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Coriander Rice
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Coriander Rice is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines fragrant basmati rice with aromatic spices and fresh coriander. This simple recipe features sautéed onions, garlic, and green chilies, seasoned with turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Served with a squeeze of lemon, this dish makes a satisfying and wholesome meal, perfect as a main course.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup basmati rice (or any other rice of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 green chilies, chopped (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 cup fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth
- Lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Wash the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak for 15-20 minutes, then drain.
- In a medium-sized pan, heat the olive oil or ghee over medium heat.
- Add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and chopped green chilies, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the turmeric powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Stir well to combine.
- Add the drained rice to the pan and stir to coat the rice with the spices. Cook for a couple of minutes, then add the water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and stir in the chopped coriander.
- Garnish with additional coriander if desired and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 220Kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
