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    You are here: Home / Side Dishes / Easy Curry Rice Recipe

    Easy Curry Rice Recipe

    Published: September 16, 2023. Last Updated: September 16, 2023 by: Ginny McMeans

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    Overhead view of curry colored rice and green peas against a granite countertop.
    Two photos one above the other showing golden curry rice in cobale bowls at different angles. Text in the center for Pinterest.
    Two photos one above the other with yellow curried rice in an ivory bowl with peas.
    Overhead photo of a bowlful of a curry powder recipe sprinkled with peas and scallions.

    Easy Curry Rice is a curry powder recipe with beautifully sautéd vegetables, and it also has the perfect combo of rice and peas. Six basic ingredients and only 30 minutes for a rice side dish recipe everyone will love.

    This Curry Rice recipe is an easy-to-make side dish. There are chopped fresh green onions for the garnish, and there’s an extra punch of natural sweetness with peas.

    The flavor has an ethnic flare - think Mid-East or Asian meals—yet it's not too overpowering so that it can be served as a complimentary side with any American-style meal.

    Whichever way you choose to use it, you can’t go wrong.

    The rice gets jazzed up with fine curry powder. Curry in itself is a unique blend of spices, which can differ significantly in taste and heat intensity.

    I also like how it adds warmth and changes up the rice enough to make it taste very different.

    This savory, earthy spice comes with a bit of heat, but there's just enough added as not to overpower the dish.

    Note: I use an Indian type of curry powder in this dish. You can substitute it with Jamaican curry powder, which is a tad milder in its intensity and slightly sweeter!

     A Simple Spiced Curry Rice Recipe

    Along with the onions, there is also green bell pepper. When sautéd, these versatile vegetables not only add a great aroma and a different taste but also give a mildly crunchy texture that perfectly compliments a softer cooked grain.

    Two process photos with the first being an overhead photo of the ingredients and the second showing the beginning process of adding ingredients to a rice cooker.

    Peas are a wonderful sweet vegetable, and they also add great contrast to the flavors. They get added right at the end and add that beautiful pop of color.  The mild sweetness is irresistible when combined with rice.

    Two process photos with the first showing sautéing the veggies and the second has the cooked rice being added to the skillet.

    And last but certainly not least, you have to top it off with some raw scallions or fresh marjoram if you have it on hand.

    They add a subtle earthy punch and a beautiful green color. It is optional, but I highly recommend it!


    I'm a big fan of deliciously spiced rice dishes because it makes for quick and easy sides.

    Not only that, but this curry rice recipe is super versatile. You can add many other vegetables or healthy faux meat protein for an amazing main dish.

    Curry rice ready 6

    Curry Rice and Peas Variations:

    • You can pre-steam some red potatoes and then add the chopped pieces to the dish before it’s final heating.
    • Any faux meat, such as a faux chicken type of meatless protein or your own homemade seitan, would be really nice. Cut them into smaller pieces before adding to the dish, making a great main meal.
    • Add a splash of coconut milk at the end and heat through for a creamier dish.
    • You can switch up the rice for basmati for a stickier type of rice.

    THE EASE OF A RICE COOKER

    • This recipe calls for a rice cooker. But you can make the rice the traditional way on a stovetop or even use an Instant pot if you already own one.
    • Because rice is a regular staple in my vegan diet, I have grown to love this little kitchen appliance. If you have one or are thinking about getting one, here are some reasons why I love mine so much.
    • Convenience isn’t the only reason:
    • I love that I can switch it on and do other things. It is as simple as adding uncooked rice, liquid, pop on the lid, and turn on the heat.
    • It gets rice perfectly cooked every time. It's never mushy or too watery. I know that it just makes for better and fluffier rice, no matter the type of grain I choose.
    • Rice cookers are really affordable. There is one for almost every budget, and they can easily be stored away.
    • You can also choose one that doesn’t take up much space on your kitchen counter and maybe choose a pretty color.
    • You can easily use it for other things, too, such as cooking lentils or steaming vegetables. A little booklet comes with rice makers and helps you with cooking times.

    Not to worry if you don’t want to invest in one or you already have an all-purpose machine. You can cook this rice in any of your favorite ways. I just wanted to point out how rice cookers are to use.

    More Easy Rice Side Dishes

    I have over 20 on the blog, but here are just a few that offer up different ethnic tastes.

    • Vegan Spanish Rice and Beans is a nice change-up and is so very delicious.
    • You can use an air fryer or not for this Sticky Mushroom Rice recipe.
    • Acadian Black Beans and Rice is also one of my most popular rice recipes.
    • Another simple dish is for the crockpot, and it is Healthy Slow Cooker Mushrooms and Rice.

    I hope you’ll like this versatile and healthy rice recipe that you can have ready in about 30 minutes, including prep time! YAY!

    Curry rice ready 4

    What Do You Think?

    If you take a photo of your spiced just right rice and peas dish, I would love to see it. Follow me over on Instagram and tag me on your photo @vegan_in_the_freezer.

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    Curry rice

    Ginny McMeans
    Curry Rice is a curry powder recipe with beautifully sautéd vegetables and has the perfect combo of rice and peas.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 onion
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • ¾ tsp salt
    • ¾ tsp cayenne pepper
    • ¼ tsp paprika
    • ½ tsp ground ginger
    • 2 tsp curry powder
    • 1 ½ cup frozen peas
    • 2 carrots
    • 1 cup long-grain rice
    • 2 cups vegetable stock

    Instructions
     

    • Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
    • Add the chopped onion, garlic, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, ginger, and curry powder.
      Add the chopped onion garlic salt cayenne pepper paprika ginger and curry powder
    • Mix all well and cook for 3-4 minutes.
      Mix all well and cook for 3-4 minutes
    • Grate the carrots. Add the peas and carrots to the pan and mix well.
      Add the peas and carrots to the pan and mix well
    • Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
      Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes stirring constantly
    • Add the rice and pour in the stock.
      Add the rice and pour in the stock
    • Mix well again and cover. Cook for 15 minutes over medium-low heat.
      Cook for 15 minutes over medium-low heat
    • When done, transfer to serving plates.
      When done transfer to serving plates
    • Optionally, top with finely chopped cashews or cilantro and garnish with lime wedges. Enjoy!

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    1. nancy

      February 27, 2015 at 6:06 am

      YUM!!!!

    2. Donna Hill

      August 07, 2017 at 11:57 am

      Another technique for cooking seasoned white rice (or any 20 minute rice) with vegetables is saute vegetables like onions, peppers, mushrooms with the seasoning on medium high heat for a few minutes until onions are translucent, stirring frequently so not to burn. Add the dry rice and continue to saute a couple more minutes, stirring constantly, until rice changes color slightly. Add liquid, bring to boil, cover, set heat to low and cook 20 minutes. I add veggies like broccoli, carrots, cauliflower at the same time as the water. Greens like spinach can be added to the top of the pot after the liquid boils, just before covering with the lid. Using coconut milk or low sodium vegetable or no-chicken broth for liquid adds flavor. I like cooking everything together in one pot. P.S. I love your website. I'm new to vegan. You have so many good recipes that seem easy to make and practical.

    3. Ginny McMeans

      August 07, 2017 at 2:49 pm

      Yes, that's right Donna and thanks so much for taking your time to type this out for us. I make it the old fashioned way too sometimes. It is so good! Adding veggies makes it a meal for me and I love it. I am so glad you are here and thanks for your kind words.

    4. Ainoa

      January 21, 2018 at 3:48 am

      The quantity of salt reffers to 1 teaspoon + 1/2 teaspoon?? Love the recipe!

    5. Ginny McMeans

      January 21, 2018 at 9:45 am

      Yes Ainoa! Thank you!

    6. Ainoa

      January 23, 2018 at 7:22 am

      Ok! 🙂 And what if I use long brown rice instead of the white one? Would the recipe ingredients' measures change?

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