Healthy Recipes using Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice
Coconut Curry Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice Bowl
A fragrant bowl of steel-cut jasmine rice cooked in coconut milk and topped with vibrant vegetables and a hint of curry spice for a tropical twist.
- 1 cup steel-cut jasmine rice
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Rinse the steel-cut jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, combine the rice, coconut milk, vegetable broth, curry powder, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until rice is tender. Stir in the vegetables and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Serve garnished with fresh cilantro.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice Salad with Avocado and Chickpeas
A refreshing salad featuring steel-cut jasmine rice, creamy avocado, and protein-packed chickpeas, dressed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chickpeas, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A colorful stir-fry loaded with seasonal vegetables and steel-cut jasmine rice, tossed in a savory soy sauce for a quick and nutritious meal.
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, snap peas)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in the cooked rice and soy sauce, mixing well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Serve garnished with sesame seeds.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice Porridge with Almonds and Berries
A warm and comforting porridge made with steel-cut jasmine rice, topped with almonds and fresh berries for a nutritious breakfast.
- 1 cup steel-cut jasmine rice
- 4 cups almond milk
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- In a pot, combine the steel-cut jasmine rice and almond milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-35 minutes until creamy.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- Serve warm, topped with chopped almonds and mixed berries.
Mediterranean Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice Stuffed Peppers
Bell peppers stuffed with a hearty mixture of steel-cut jasmine rice, feta cheese, olives, and herbs, baked to perfection for a healthy meal.
- 4 bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix cooked rice, feta, olives, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the bell pepper halves with the rice mixture, place in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.
Spicy Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice Tacos
Tacos filled with a spicy mixture of steel-cut jasmine rice, black beans, and avocado, topped with fresh salsa for a healthy twist on a classic dish.
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup salsa
- Corn tortillas
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- In a bowl, combine cooked rice, black beans, chili powder, and salsa. Mix well.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Fill each tortilla with the rice mixture, top with avocado slices, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice and Lentil Pilaf
A nutritious pilaf combining steel-cut jasmine rice and lentils, flavored with spices and herbs for a wholesome side dish or main course.
- 1 cup steel-cut jasmine rice
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the rice, lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until rice and lentils are tender. Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice Sushi Rolls
Healthy sushi rolls made with steel-cut jasmine rice, filled with fresh vegetables and avocado, perfect for a fun and nutritious meal.
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 4 sheets nori
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Soy sauce for dipping
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, spread a thin layer of rice over it, leaving a border at the top.
- Arrange cucumber, carrot, and avocado in a line across the rice.
- Roll tightly, slice into pieces, and serve with soy sauce and sesame seeds.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice and Spinach Frittata
A protein-packed frittata featuring steel-cut jasmine rice and fresh spinach, perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch.
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for greasing
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Stir in cooked rice, spinach, and feta.
- Pour the mixture into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until set. Slice and serve warm.
Steel-Cut Jasmine Rice and Sweet Potato Hash
A hearty breakfast hash combining steel-cut jasmine rice and roasted sweet potatoes, topped with a fried egg for a satisfying meal.
- 1 cup cooked steel-cut jasmine rice
- 1 large sweet potato, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 eggs
- Fresh chives for garnish
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, combine the roasted sweet potato, onion, and cooked rice. Cook until heated through.
- Fry eggs to your liking and serve on top of the hash, garnished with fresh chives.