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    +18 Flavored Rice Recipes

    Apr 13, 2025 by Helene Dsouza

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    More than 18 flavored rice recipes to jazz up your rice cooking skills.

    Take your bland rice to the next level, and season your rice as per your choice with these inspiring recipe ideas.

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    • What's flavored rice?
    • Lemon Rice with Turmeric
    • Arroz Borracho
    • Clove Flavored Rice
    • Mexican Red Rice
    • Coconut Jasmine Rice
    • Cilantro Lime Rice
    • Rice with Butter & Chicken Broth (3 Ingredients!)
    • Green Rice (Arroz Verde)
    • Jollof Rice
    • Japanese Seasoned Rice
    • Greek Rice with Lemon
    • Chipotle Seasoned Rice
    • Chimichurri Rice Recipe
    • Crispy Fried Onion Rice Pulao
    • Pesto Rice
    • Saffron Rice
    • Fragrant Ginger Rice
    • Cumin Rice
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    What's flavored rice?

    Flavored rice is also known as seasoned rice. It is rice infused with a set of flavors. You do that by adding spices, herbs, condiments such as soy sauce, or whole ingredients.

    These seasoned rice recipes are usually served as a side dish to other meals, but you can enjoy them as a main course meal.

    I didn't include fried rice in this list, but you can take a look at my stir-fried rice collection. Those are enriched with vegetables, meats, seafood and more.

    Below you will find a set of flavored rice recipes from all around the world that go beyond ordinary boiled or steamed salt and pepper seasoned rice.

    Lemon Rice with Turmeric

    Lemon Rice Recipe - How to make South Indian Lemon Rice [EASY]
    For the ideal pairing with seafood and meats, consider serving this lively lemon rice side dish. To save time, utilize pre-cooked rice when preparing it.
    Lemon Rice Recipe - How to make South Indian Lemon Rice [EASY]

    Arroz Borracho

    Arroz Borracho
    Arroz Borracho, also known as "drunken rice," is far from the plain steamed rice your mother might have served. With the addition of aromatic herbs and spices, as well as a generous splash of lager, this rice dish is the most delicious you've ever tasted.
    Arroz Borracho (Beer Steamed Yellow Rice)

    Clove Flavored Rice

    Fragrant Rice Recipe with Clove
    Lightly spiced rice side dish infused with clove and onion. Serve it up with a chicken roast, baked salmon or your favorite seafood meal.
    Fragrant Rice Recipe with Clove #stepbystep masalaherb.com

    Mexican Red Rice

    Mexican Red Rice
    Arroz Rojo, or Mexican Red Rice, is a simple and highly sought-after side dish for Mexican cuisine. This homemade rice dish, even without any spiciness, is incredibly flavorful and delicious.
    Mexican Red Rice

    Coconut Jasmine Rice

    Coconut Jasmine Rice
    If you're looking for a delectable accompaniment for teriyaki, stir fry, or any rice bowl combination, look no further than this smooth and creamy coconut jasmine rice. With just five ingredients, it's effortless to prepare and comes out perfectly every time!
    Coconut Jasmine Rice

    Cilantro Lime Rice

    Cilantro Lime Rice
    Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe (aka Coriander Rice) is prepared with fresh cilantro leaves. Make it in less than 20 minutes and serve this flavored rice hot with a main course meal of your choice.
    Coriander Rice Recipe - How to make Coriander Rice - Cilantro Rice www.MasalaHerb.com #Indianfood

    Rice with Butter & Chicken Broth (3 Ingredients!)

    Rice with Butter & Chicken Broth (3 Ingredients!)
    Transform your ordinary rice into a deliciously buttery and flavorful dish by adding just two ingredients and an extra 5 minutes to your regular cooking process. Plus, there's a vegan option available!
    Creamy Rice with Butter & Chicken Broth

    Green Rice (Arroz Verde)

    Green Rice (Arroz Verde)
    Green rice (a.k.a. Arroz Verde) is a tasty Mexican side dish that’s easy to make w/ white rice, poblano peppers, cilantro, garlic & onions. This flavorful recipe is great with tacos, enchiladas & more.

    Jollof Rice

    Jollof Rice
    Jollof Rice is a soulful and flavorful dish made with long-grain rice infused with a blend of spices such as tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, thyme, and broth.
    Jollof Rice

    Japanese Seasoned Rice

    sushi rice in a bowl
    Japanese rice is traditional rice used as a side dish to curry and other meals. The same seasoned rice is used to make sushi.
    Japanese sushi rice

    Greek Rice with Lemon

    Greek Rice with Lemon
    If you're looking for a quick and easy recipe for Greek rice with a lemony twist, this shortcut version is the perfect solution. Made with instant rice, speedy microwave onions, parsley, and dill.
    Greek Rice with Lemon

    Chipotle Seasoned Rice

    Chipotle Seasoned Rice
    Give your taste buds a treat with the delicious and wholesome Chipotle Seasoned Rice. With its easy and convenient recipe, this dish is a fantastic way to savor bold and flavorful cuisine. Prepared with garlic powder, chipotle powder, paprika and cumin.
    Chipotle Seasoned Rice

    Chimichurri Rice Recipe

    Chimichurri Rice Recipe
    Indulge in the explosive flavors of homemade chimichurri sauce with this light and flavorful rice pilaf. Best prepared with long grain rice, fresh oregano and parsley.
    Chimichurri Rice

    Crispy Fried Onion Rice Pulao

    Crispy Fried Onion Rice Pulao
    Elevate your standard rice side dish with this Indian-inspired crispy fried onion rice pulao. With minimal effort, fried onions add a delectable twist to long-grain rice, making for a truly delicious and satisfying meal.
    Crispy Fried Onion Pulao

    Pesto Rice

    Pesto Rice
    Take out your favorite basil pesto to make this side dish with plain white rice or brown rice.
    Pesto Rice

    Saffron Rice

    Saffron Rice
    This easy saffron rice recipe is quick and easy to make with just a pinch of saffron, basmati rice, onions, and broth. Saffron rice is aromatic and flavorful with a beautiful yellow color. This lovely vegan side dish is naturally gluten-free and healthy too.

    Fragrant Ginger Rice

    Fragrant Ginger Rice
    Featuring jasmine rice, garlic, ginger, creamy coconut milk, and a splash of fresh lime juice, ginger rice is a delectable side dish with a delightful fragrance.
    Fragrant Ginger Rice

    Cumin Rice

    Cumin Rice
    This easy-to-make cumin rice recipe is bursting with flavor, thanks to fried whole cumin seeds, onion, and garlic combined with fragrant basmati rice.
    Cumin Rice
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