Spicy Srilankan Rice Recipe

Name: Spicy Srilankan Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups rice (Cooked in 5 cups water and 1 tsp. Salt); 1 large carrot (cut in small thin sticks); 1 medium potato (cut in small thin sticks); 1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage; 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables; 1 large onion, sliced; 3 garlic, cut into small pieces; 1 green chili pepper, cut into small pieces; 3 cinnamon sticks; 5 cardamoms (opened and skins removed); 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup oil; 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce; 1/2 cup raisins

Servings: persons

3 cups rice (Cooked in 5 cups water and 1 tsp. Salt)
1 large carrot (cut in small thin sticks)
1 medium potato (cut in small thin sticks)
1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 large onion, sliced
3 garlic, cut into small pieces
1 green chili pepper, cut into small pieces
3 cinnamon sticks
5 cardamoms (opened and skins removed)
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup oil
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 cup raisins

1
Boil rice with 5 cups water (with one teaspoon salt added.)
2
Steam until cooked. Once cooked cool rice.
3
In a large bowl, mix all the vegetables with the spices (cinnamon sticks, cardamoms, turmeric and salt.)
4
Add oil to a large pot.
5
When oil is hot, add vegetables and soy sauce and cover and cook for 10 minutes.
6
Add raisons and removed from heat.
7
Place one layer of rice in a large glass dish and then add one layer of vegetable mixture and mix with a small spoon. Keep adding layers until evenly mixed. Place back into pot to keep warm until its time to serve.
8
This makes a huge amount and looks beautiful when served.

1107

kcal

Calories

Fat

205

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups rice (Cooked in 5 cups water and 1 tsp. Salt), 1 large carrot (cut in small thin sticks), 1 medium potato (cut in small thin sticks), 1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage, and more.

Yes, Spicy Srilankan 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Srilankan Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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