8 Recipes You Must Try If You Love Everything Rice

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There is a reason that rice is a staple in so many different cultures – versatility! It absorbs any and every flavor you introduce it to, making your food a hundred times better. From main course meals to sides to snacks to desserts – rice can absolutely steal the show wherever and however it is introduced. Here is a collection of 8 recipes for those who love everything rice.

Baked Greek Rice Pilaf

A pan of Greek rice pilaf garnished with lemon slices and parsley.
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This delicious side dish is easy to make and infused with classic Mediterranean flavor of lemon, garlic, and herbs. A bonus – it is baked rather than cooked, so you don’t have to keep watch over the stove the entire time. Full Recipe: Baked Greek Rice Pilaf

Yellow Basmati Rice

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Basmati rice is an Indian staple that, adding a delicious aroma and bursts of traditional Indian flavor to your lunch table. With its savory base and earthy tones, basmati rice serves as a perfect side to your traditional Indian dishes like butter chicken. Full Recipe: Yellow Basmati Rice

Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice

overhead view of a skillet of fried rice with chicken and veggies and a serving spoon in it
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Do you have leftover rice from the day before? Well, good news! You can easily turn them into a healthy lunch dish with a quick stir fry made with chicken and some homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce. Full recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice

Coconut Rice Pudding

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Rice as a dessert? Oh, what a treat for rice lovers. This creamy rice pudding is actually a traditional dessert in many cultures because of the easily available ingredients and simple directions. Full Recipe: Easy Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding

Chicken Satay Rice Bowls

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Traditional chicken satay served over a bed of boiled rice serves as an excellent lunch bowl. This takes just 15 minutes of your time and turns out into a full and flavorful family lunch – perfect for weekdays. Full Recipe: Chicken Satay Rice Bowls

Cajun Rice

Overhead view of a bowl of rice with red bell pepper.
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This rice-based side dish perfectly complements everything fish. The original Cajun dish is meat-based, but this recipe tells you exactly how you can substitute the ingredients to make this rice dish vegan-friendly. Full Recipe: Cajun Rice

Baked Coconut Rice

a dish of baked coconut rice topped with cilantro.
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Take your Asian and Mexican cuisine to the next level with this baked coconut rice side. With the flavorful addition of coconut milk and lime zest, it adds a little something extra to your lunch table, in the flavor as well as aroma department. Full Recipe: Baked Coconut Rice

Cuban Chicken and Rice

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In this recipe, rice absolutely takes the center stage. Filled with traditional Cuban flavor and color, this serves as a full, hearty meal that will easily be the new family favorite! Full Recipe: Cuban Chicken and Rice

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