Herbed cumin-scented rice with onions
Delight your taste buds with this Herbed Cumin-Scented Rice with Onions recipe. Featuring fragrant cumin, fresh coriander leaves, sautéed onions, and perfectly cooked white rice simmered in flavorful chicken broth, this dish makes a scrumptious side or a hearty main. Easy to prepare and bursting with savory flavors, it's a delightful addition to any meal!
- 05 May 2024
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Herbed cumin-scented rice with onions is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines the savory notes of onions and the earthy essence of cumin. This simple yet delicious recipe is perfect for a quick weekday meal or as a delightful side dish. The addition of fresh coriander leaves adds a refreshing touch, making this rice dish a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Finely chop the onions.
- Chop the coriander leaves if they aren’t pre-chopped.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, heat 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onions.
- Sauté the onions until they become soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin over the onions.
- Stir the mixture well to ensure the cumin is evenly distributed and fragrant.
- Add 2/3 cup of white rice to the saucepan with the onions and cumin.
- Stir the rice thoroughly to coat each grain with the oil and spices.
- Pour in 2/3 cup of chicken broth.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the rice simmer.
- Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed. Do not lift the lid during cooking to ensure even steaming.
- Once the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, remove the saucepan from heat.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork and stir in the chopped coriander leaves.
- Transfer the herbed cumin-scented rice to a serving dish.
- Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Tips:
- For best results, use long-grain white rice which tends to cook up fluffy and separate.
- If you prefer, you can use brown rice for a nuttier flavor and additional nutritional benefits. Note that the cooking time and amount of broth required may vary.
- To enhance the flavor, you can toast the cumin in a dry pan for a minute or two before adding it to the dish.
- Chop the onions finely to ensure they blend well with the rice and evenly distribute their flavor.
- Fresh coriander leaves are best added at the end of cooking to preserve their bright color and flavor.
Herbed cumin-scented rice with onions is a versatile and delectable dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. Its unique blend of cumin, coriander, and onions creates an enticing aroma and taste that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Enjoy this rice dish as part of your favorite meal and savor the harmonious flavors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 80 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 120kcal | 5% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.87g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 27g | 7% |
| Fiber 0.58g | 2% |
| Sugar 0.57g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.02g | 2% |
| Saturated 0.19g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 1.01ug | 0% |
| Choline 3.60mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.18mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B2 0.02mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 1.60mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 0.06mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B9 77ug | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 0.02ug | 1% |
| Vitamin C 0.86mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E 0.05mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 0.85ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 16mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.64mg | 15% |
| Magnesium, Mg 10mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 45mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 90mg | 3% |
| Selenium, Se 4.70ug | 9% |
| Sodium, Na 100mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.40mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 50g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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