30 Easy Rice Recipes You'll Want to Make Every Single Day
There are so many different ways to cook rice.
When it comes to essential staples for your pantry, there's a reason why rice usually tops everyone's list. Not only is this healthy grain tasty and super easy to cook with, it's also one of the most versatile ingredients out there — which is why recipes that use rice always deserve a spot in your rotation of easy go-to meals!
No matter what kind of rice you have in your kitchen — white, brown, wild, basmati, or jasmine — you can always count on this essential grain to feed a crowd and keep everyone satisfied with so many different delicious dishes. Plus, rice is basically great at any time of day (yes, even breakfast and dessert!). That's why we've rounded up some of the best rice recipes, from filling rice bowls and hearty soups to risottos, casseroles, pudding, and more, so that you'll always have a way fill up on the best pantry staple ever. Whether you're partial to creamy risotto, a versatile pilaf, or a fast fried rice, here are 30 ways to get your healthy rice fix every week.
Instant Pot Risotto With Parmesan
Thanks to your Instant Pot, making perfectly cooked creamy rice is easier than ever.
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Vegetarian Fried Rice With Shiitakes and Edamame
Edamame, mushrooms, and a sunny-side up egg make this fried rice an easy vegetarian meal for any time of day.
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Red Curry Shrimp and Cilantro Rice
Looking for a light and tasty rice dish? This recipe combines Thai red curry paste with cilantro-lime rice for the ultimate pairing.
Spicy Sesame Rice Bowls
Gochujang, or Korean red pepper paste, gives this delicious Instant Pot recipe an amazing kick.
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Coconutty Rice & Peas
For a cozy dish that's basically comfort in a bowl, combine black eyed peas together with coconut milk and rice.
Tuna Poke Bowl
This trendy Hawaiian dish calls for chunks of ahi tuna served with some of the best veggies over rice. Yes, please!
Pork Chops With Bok Choy and Coconut Rice
If you're looking for the perfect pairing to rice cooked in coconut milk, here's a hint: It's a juicy, golden brown pork chop.
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Paella
This tasty Spanish rice dish combines all your favorite seafood — then stirs it all in with aromatic Arborio rice for the tastiest meal ever.
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Creole Fried Rice
Add flavorful Creole seasoning (and even some hot sauce!) for an an easy twist on a classic fried rice dish.
Beef and Pineapple Kebabs With Cashew Rice
The best way to eat sirloin steak and charred pineapple? On skewers over fluffy cilantro rice, of course.
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Bacon & Egg Fried Rice
That's right: Your brunch menu just got a whole lot better with this fried rice recipe that uses bacon and eggs.
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Wild Rice With Pepitas
Roasted pumpkin seeds add an amazing crunch to this recipe that calls for cooking wild rice in savory chicken broth.
Chili Steak With Hawaiian Rice
The best part about this mouthwatering steak-and-rice dish? It only takes 20 minutes to make.
Beef & Bok Choy Fried Rice
You'll never go back to takeout fried rice again after making this delicious recipe.
Sweet Pea Risotto
Creamy, flavorful risotto meets your favorite spring greens in this dish that's almost too pretty to eat.
Chicken Adobo Over Gingery Rice
Craving a savory chicken-and-rice dinner? Try this flavorful Filipino dish that blends garlic, soy, vinegar, and other spices with tasty chicken thighs and brown rice.
Wild Rice and Spinach Egg Bowl
For an easy way to take your breakfast bowl to the next level, load it up with some whole grain and healthy greens.
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Rice Pudding
Meet your favorite new dish that can double as dessert or a healthy snack — you can even add your favorite dried fruit (like raisins) or some toasted nuts!
Garlic Butter Salmon and Citrus Rice
Your weeknight dinner just got a whole lot easier (and healthier!) with this simple orange-infused salmon-and-rice dish.
Mediterranean Fried Rice
Put a Mediterranean spin on classic fried rice by adding in lemon zest, tomatoes, and cucumber — and don't forget the crumbled feta cheese!
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