Carrot Rice with Peanuts
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and aromatic Carrot Rice with Peanuts, a quick and satisfying dish that combines the natural sweetness of grated carrots with the nutty crunch of roasted peanuts. This one-pot vegetarian recipe features fragrant basmati rice infused with earthy spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, while a touch of green chili adds a subtle heat. Perfectly balanced in flavors and textures, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for a wholesome lunch or dinner. Finished with fresh cilantro and ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a wonderful meal on its own or a flavorful side to pair with your favorite curry or yogurt raita.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Carrots, grated
- 0.5 cup Peanuts, roasted and unsalted
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 piece Green chili, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice in cold water 2-3 times until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium heat.
Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chopped onion, green chili, ginger, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion turns translucent.
Stir in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well to coat the onions and spices evenly.
Add the grated carrots to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the carrots soften slightly.
Stir in the rinsed basmati rice and mix everything well. Toast the rice with the carrot mixture for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to rest.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork and mix in the roasted peanuts and chopped cilantro.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.7 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2736 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.5 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.9 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2518 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
