Green Coriander Rice
Bright, vibrant, and absolutely bursting with fresh flavors, Green Coriander Rice is a fragrant and colorful twist on your everyday rice dish. This easy-to-make recipe features aromatic basmati rice infused with a zesty coriander paste made from fresh cilantro, green chilies, garlic, and ginger. Enhanced with sautéed onions, earthy cumin seeds, and a hint of lemon juice, every bite is herbaceous and satisfying. With its quick 30-minute preparation time and one-pan cooking method, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a flavorful side for curries, grilled meats, or veggies. Elevate your meal with this unique rice dish that’s as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 1 cup Coriander leaves (fresh)
- 2 Green chilies
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ginger
- 1 Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 Bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a blender, combine coriander leaves, green chilies, garlic, ginger, and a tablespoon of water. Blend until you have a smooth paste. Set the coriander paste aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and the bay leaf, and allow them to sizzle for 30 seconds.
Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the prepared coriander paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to release the flavors.
Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the pan, and gently stir to coat the rice with the spice mixture.
Pour in 2 cups of water and add salt. Stir gently, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the water has been absorbed.
Remove the pan from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
Serve the Green Coriander Rice warm as a side or enjoy it on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 497 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 167 mg | 4% | |
*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.
