5 Delicious Rice Recipes for the Perfect Side Dish

Like noodles and potatoes, rice is one of those dishes you'll find in almost every kind of cuisine. Alone, it doesn't have much flavor, but it is super versatile. It pairs well with nearly every seasoning, and the texture complements many foods.

To introduce you to the expansive world of rice, we've gathered five recipes from everywhere from Mexico to Greece and Japan. 

Creamy Chicken Lemon Rice Soup by Simply Scratch

Instead of defaulting to chicken noodle soup, consider trying Greece's chicken lemon rice soup. It has those cozy ingredients you love on a cold or sick day, like carrots and celery, but replaces the noodles with tiny rice grains. The lemon gives it a unique zesty edge that is warm and super refreshing.

(via Simply Scratch)

 

Copycat Benihana Fried Rice by CJ Eats Recipes

You don't know fried rice until you eat at Benihana. By far, the restaurant has some of the best, thanks to its bursting flavor and smooth texture. With the help of CJ Eats Recipes, you can now bring the hibachi grill to your home, and it's surprisingly easy to recreate. It'll be on your plate in roughly 30 minutes!

(via CJ Eats Recipes)

 

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Mango Sticky Rice by Omnivore's Cookbook

Rice doesn't have to only be a part of lunch or dinner. With Omnivore's Cookbook recipe, you can travel temporarily to Thailand to discover mango sticky rice. It turns white rice into a satisfying sweet treat by drizzling coconut sauce across it. The addition of mango gives a tart edge that is extremely vibrant.

(via Omnivore's Cookbook)

 

Mexican Rice by Once Upon a Chef With Jenn Segal

There is nothing like having a spicy tamale, quesadilla or taco paired with that iconic orange rice. Each batch is simmered in a tomato-infused broth with onions, garlic, cumin and chili powder. Once Upon a Chef breaks it down nice and simple—there's a reason why it has five stars.

(via Once Upon a Chef)

 

Perfect Rice Pilaf by Life Made Simple

Finally, let's make a stop to the Middle East with Life Made Simple's Perfect Rice Pilaf. She speaks to their name—you'll make pilaf in a way that's easier than ever, and the blogger promises the flavors will not disappoint. So, grab your garlic powder and paprika and start cooking!

(via Life Made Simple)

 

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