Jul 09 2026
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Curried Rice Recipe

Inspired by The Royal Mile
Time40m
Serves4

Make Curried Rice Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Vegetables

Aromatics

Finishing Touches

Method

Cooking the Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    In a fine mesh strainer, rinse 1 cup of basmati rice under cold running water for about 2-3 minutes until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.

Preparing the Vegetables

  1. 3

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Cook the Vegetables

    Add 1 chopped onion, 1 diced carrot, and 1 diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are softened. Add 1 cup of green peas and stir to combine.

Adding Spices

  1. 5

    Mix in Spices

    Sprinkle 2 teaspoons of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper over the sautéed vegetables. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes to toast the spices.

Combining Rice and Finishing Touches

  1. 6

    Combine Rice and Vegetables

    Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and spices. Gently fold the rice into the mixture to ensure even distribution without breaking the grains.

  2. 7

    Add Finishing Touches

    Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Mix gently to combine.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Serve the curried rice warm, garnished with additional cilantro if desired. Enjoy your flavorful dish!

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