Lime Peanut Rice Pilaf
Bright, zesty, and packed with bold flavors, Lime Peanut Rice Pilaf is a vibrant twist on traditional rice dishes that will delight your taste buds! This easy-to-make recipe combines fluffy basmati rice with crunchy toasted peanuts, fragrant cumin, turmeric, garlic, and ginger, all elevated by a refreshing burst of fresh lime juice and zest. Finished with a touch of optional green chili for heat and a sprinkle of cilantro for freshness, this dish strikes the perfect balance between tangy, nutty, and aromatic. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the ideal side dish for curries, grilled meats, or a light vegetarian main course. Whether you're looking to add flair to your weeknight meals or impress guests with a unique rice recipe, this pilaf is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Peanuts
- 1 small, finely chopped Yellow onion
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 small, finely chopped Green chili (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and 1 teaspoon salt. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
While the rice is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the peanuts and toast them until they are golden and aromatic, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the peanuts from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the garlic, grated ginger, cumin seeds, turmeric, and green chili (if using). Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet and toss to mix it with the onion-spice mixture evenly.
Stir in the toasted peanuts, lime juice, and lime zest. Mix well to combine.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 568 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 213 mg | 5% | |
*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.
