If you’re looking to bring fragrance and flavor to your dining table, then cooking with jasmine rice is the way to go. Originating in Thailand, jasmine rice has long been a staple of Southeast Asian cuisine, enhancing dishes with its signature floral aroma and soft, sticky texture. In modern times, this aromatic long grain rice variety has become a fixture of cooking far beyond Southeast Asia. From the Caribbean to the Mediterranean, jasmine rice is now a popular ingredient in many restaurants and kitchens. That’s why Carolina® Rice is here to celebrate the versatility of jasmine rice through 7 delicious and inspiring recipes from around the world.
One-Pan Thai Rice
There’s no better place to start than with a dish that hails from the home of jasmine rice. This quick and easy one-pan recipe brings together all the classic flavors of Southeast Asian cuisine in one delicious meal. Made with Carolina® Jasmine Rice, coconut milk, soy sauce, thai basil, lime juice, and roasted cashews, it’s a fragrant meal you can whip up in just 35 minutes.
Adapted for Vegetarians
To adapt this meal for vegetarians, simply substitute the chicken broth for vegetable broth and swap out fish sauce for a little extra soy sauce and you can enjoy a meat-free version of this classic dish without losing out on flavor.
Easy Teriyaki Salmon with Jasmine Rice
Sweet and tangy to the taste, teriyaki sauce makes for the ideal glaze in a whole range of meat and fish dishes. Our Teriyaki Salmon with Jasmine Rice recipe brings together the sweet and savory flavor of teriyaki with tender salmon and fragrant jasmine rice with spectacular results. Don’t be surprised if this uniquely satisfying and aromatic seafood dish becomes your go-to salmon recipe for years to come. What’s more, you can whip it up in just 15 minutes.
Chicken Tandoori with Jasmine Rice
Although it’s true that Indian cuisine is more commonly associated with Basmati Rice, many of its best-known dishes work just as well with jasmine rice, as the above recipe demonstrates. Loaded with herbs and spices, this mouthwatering chicken meal takes on a creamy consistency with the addition of greek yogurt. Ideal for special occasions and family gatherings, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Cooking Tip
It would be a shame to let a sauce this good go to waste, right? Serve with naan or pita bread on the side and scoop up the sauce at the end of the meal.
Arancini Air-Fryer Rice Balls
Now it’s time to explore some enticing Mediterranean recipes with jasmine rice. To get things started, we’ve got a classic Italian appetizer that has long been a fixture of gourmet menus. These cheesy delights come with a hint of spice courtesy of Carolina® Ready to Heat Chipotle Jasmine Rice. Best of all, they’re relatively easy to make. Simply roll the cooked rice in mozzarella cheese and cured ham, dip them in the egg, flour, and breadcrumb mix, then sit back and relax as the air-fryer does all the hard work for you.
Greek Salad with Feta Cheese and Tomato
Looking to add some Mediterranean flair to your rice salads? This irresistible Greek-inspired salad recipe with jasmine rice is packed with tomato, crumbly feta cheese, capers, red onion, and cucumber. Best of all, this scintillating salad takes only 5 minutes to prepare thanks to the ease and convenience of cooking with Carolina® Ready to Heat Jasmine Rice. Ready in 90 seconds, it’s the easy way to make fragrant rice meals in a flash.
Tex-Mex Rice Bowl
Next up, how about some home-grown fusion fun? Here’s a rice bowl meal that comes with a Tex-Mex twist. Made with Carolina® Ready to Heat Cilantro Limón Jasmine Rice, it takes classic Tex-Mex ingredients like taco beef, corn, spices, and nachos, and puts them in the convenience of a rice bowl recipe. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect meal to prepare when you’re craving authentic Tex-Mex flavors.
Cuban-Style Natilla Custard with Jasmine Rice
Let’s end our jasmine rice world tour on a sweet note by stopping off in the Caribbean with this delectable Cuban dessert classic. Luxuriously sweet and creamy, this simple dessert is sure to be a hit among people of all ages.
Quick Tip
You can elevate this dessert by giving it a fragrant twist. How? Simply sprinkle some ground cinnamon on top.
Embrace the Flavors of the World
At Carolina® Rice, we say it’s good to #playwithyourfood. We encourage you to have fun and get creative in the kitchen. For more cooking tips and exciting new recipes, be sure to drop by our kitchen to see what’s cooking.
