5 Interesting Rice Recipes To Try If You Are Bored Of Dal Chawal

Rice is a staple food in major parts of Maharashtra. In every region across the nation, it is cooked in unique and innovative ways. This star ingredient can act as a perfect base for almost any meal. Moreover, it is easily available in your pantry. Rice can be used to make delicious recipes that are super easy to cook. Here are some recipes you should try making that are tasty as well as healthy. Check them out!

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1. Mongolian rice 

Mongolian rice is a very popular dish. It is a delicious and healthy recipe having loads of green veggies and essential herbs. The herbs add the Mongolian flavours to the rice whereas the veggies and paneer make it more healthy and nutritional. You can also add chicken instead of paneer. Combine this rice with a chutney of your choice, garnish it with lemon juice and serve it hot with onion slices and cucumber. Check out the detailed recipe here.

2. Lemon rice

Lemon rice is one of the most popular south Indian delicacies. It has a delicate flavour of lemon juice along with yummy flavours of the spices. It’s crunchy and the dash of lemon zest is truly enjoyable for all rice lovers. You can add your favourite veggies and combine it with lemon or mango pickle. The dish is light, tasty and very healthy. Follow some simple steps mentioned in the recipe above to make this flavoursome rice dish.

3. Sol kadhi rice 

Sol kadhi is a soothing drink you can have throughout the year. It is made from kokum fruit and coconut milk. People across Maharashtra relish sol kadhi like curry and eat it along with steamed or jeera rice. The recipe is easy to make and can be customised. You can add chicken, mushrooms or your favourite veggies to make it more interesting. Check out the recipe here.

4. Nutty rice pudding

As the name indicates, this recipe is packed with different variety of nuts. Moreover, it also has the goodness of eggs and coconut milk and many other flavoured spices. A perfect blend of all the ingredients helps in making this soft, delicious and proteinous rice pudding. It can be enjoyed as a side dessert as well as an evening snack. Follow the steps mentioned in the recipe here.

5. Spanish spiced chicken rice

This recipe of rice is colourful and simply mouth-watering. The yellow-red bell peppers, basil leaves, coriander and other veggies add colour as well as necessary flavour whereas the chicken adds crispiness to the rice. Add some lime juice and serve it hot. We are sure you’ll fall in love with this dish. Check out the recipe in detail, here.

Which of the above recipes are you planning to make? Let us know in the comments below!

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