Curry Rice
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
7 mins
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Cook Time
23 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
302 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Curry Rice
Description
Curry Rice incorporates sautéed diced onions, minced garlic, and ginger cooked with yellow curry powder, coriander, and paprika. This spice blend coats rinsed basmati rice combined with softened dried apricots and frozen peas. The mixture simmers in vegetable broth until the liquid is mostly absorbed, then steams on low heat until the rice is fluffy. The apricots provide a gentle sweetness contrasting the earthy spices, while peas contribute freshness and texture.
The rice yields soft, aromatic grains with a subtle spice warmth. It works well as a side for curries or grilled vegetables, or as a standalone dish enhanced by toppings like roasted cashews. The method allows stovetop or rice cooker preparation, offering flexibility. Fluffing the rice gently preserves grain integrity and texture.
For seasoning balance, it's suggested to use low-sodium broth to avoid oversalting, adjusting added salt accordingly. Turmeric can replace yellow curry powder if unavailable, though flavor will vary. Properly draining and rinsing rice avoids sogginess. The recipe also notes the benefit of substituting butter, ghee, or chicken broth for a non-vegan option. Avoid using a fork to fluff rice to maintain whole grains.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup onion or 1 fresh medium onion, peeled and diced, 150 g, diced, frozen
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger minced
- 4 tsp yellow curry powder
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp paprika ground
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice rinsed and well drained, 275 g
- ¾ cup dried apricots soft, diced, 120 g
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth 600 ml
- 1 1/2 cups peas frozen, 225 g
- salt to taste
Instructions
How to Make Curried Rice on the Stovetop
- Heat oil and sauté onions for about 5 mins until soft. Quickly stir in minced garlic and minced ginger for 30 secs until fragrant.
- Stir in curry powder, coriander and paprika for another 30 secs.
- Then add the drained rice, apricots and peas followed by broth and salt to taste.
- Cover and cook on medium heat until water almost evaporates. This can take around 10 mins, depending on your heat setting.
- Then reduce heat to the lowest setting on your stove and let cook (steam) for another 10 mins until fluffy and rice grains are soft.
- Let stand for a couple more minutes then mix, and serve topped with roasted cashews and other toppings of choice, if desired.
How to Make Curried Rice Using Rice Cooker
- Complete steps 1 and 2 as listed above.
- Transfer everything, including ingredients in step 3 to the rice cooker.
Notes
- Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control salt levels; adjust added salt as needed.
- Yellow curry powder can be substituted with turmeric, noting flavor changes.
- Ensure basmati rice is rinsed and well drained to prevent soggy texture.
- Fluff rice gently without a fork to keep grains intact.
- Non-vegans can add butter or ghee and use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 302 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 302kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 390mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 958IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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