Indian Carrot Rice Recipe

Name: Indian Carrot Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice, cooked; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 cup grated carrot; 1 onion, diced; 2 small jalapenos, seeded & diced finely; 1/2 cup frozen peas; 1 tablespoon cashews; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 teaspoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup basmati rice, cooked
1 tablespoon oil
1 cup grated carrot
1 onion, diced
2 small jalapenos, seeded & diced finely
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon cashews
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, for garnish

1
Cook the basmati rice, according to package directions.
2
While rice is cooking, heat oil in skillet, add mustard seeds and when they start to sputter, add cashews. Cook until cashews are lightly browned.
3
Add onion and jalapenos. Cook until onion is golden.
4
Add tumeric, chili powder and salt. Cook 1 minute.
5
Add carrots and 1 tbsp water. Cover and cook until carrots are soft.
6
Add lemon juice, stir and then fold in peas and rice.
7
Serve with cilantro leaves sprinkled on top.

265

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup basmati rice, cooked, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 cup grated carrot, 1 onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Indian Carrot Rice falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Indian Carrot Rice

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