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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. Rinse the steel-cut jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, combine the rice, coconut milk, vegetable broth, curry powder, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chickpeas, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
  2. Add mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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)
Instructions
  1. 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.
  2. Stir in honey or maple syrup, adjusting sweetness to taste.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cooked rice, feta, olives, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine cooked rice, black beans, chili powder, and salsa. Mix well.
  2. Warm corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add the rice, lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. Lay a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat, spread a thin layer of rice over it, leaving a border at the top.
  2. Arrange cucumber, carrot, and avocado in a line across the rice.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Stir in cooked rice, spinach, and feta.
  3. 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.

Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. 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.
  2. In a skillet, combine the roasted sweet potato, onion, and cooked rice. Cook until heated through.
  3. Fry eggs to your liking and serve on top of the hash, garnished with fresh chives.