Low Sodium Fragrant Spiced Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this Low Sodium Fragrant Spiced Rice, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and vibrant flavors designed to delight your taste buds without the extra salt. Featuring fluffy basmati rice infused with the warmth of ground cumin, coriander, and a touch of turmeric, this recipe also incorporates cinnamon, bay leaf, and fresh ginger to create a beautifully layered aroma. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro provides a refreshing finish. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cook time, this heart-healthy, gluten-free dish is ideal for pairing with curries, roasted vegetables, or grilled proteins. Whether you're looking for a flavorful yet low-sodium alternative or a simple way to add spice to your table, this spiced rice recipe checks all the boxes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Basmati rice
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons Ground coriander
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
- 1 Bay leaf
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This step helps to remove excess starch, resulting in fluffy rice.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Peel the ginger and grate it finely.
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, and turmeric powder. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Add the basmati rice to the pot and stir well to coat the grains in the spiced oil mixture.
Pour in the water and add the cinnamon stick, bay leaf, and ground black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat but keep it covered. Let it sit undisturbed for an additional 10 minutes to allow the rice to steam and absorb the flavors.
Fluff the rice with a fork and remove the bay leaf and cinnamon stick.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the rice before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 572 mg | 12% | |
*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.
