Carrot Rice

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Fragrant basmati rice sauteed with carrots, onions, fresh ginger, peanuts, and cilantro. You will be surprised to taste this delicious rice.

By Allrecipes Member
Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice

  • 2 cups water

  • ¼ cup roasted peanuts

  • 1 tablespoon margarine

  • 1 onion, sliced

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root

  • ¾ cup grated carrots

  • salt to taste

  • cayenne pepper to taste

  • chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Combine rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover with lid, and allow to steam until tender, about 20 minutes.

  2. While rice is cooking, grind peanuts in a blender and set aside. Heat the margarine in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned golden brown about 10 minutes. Stir in ginger, carrots, and salt to taste. Reduce heat to low and cover to steam 5 minutes. Stir in cayenne pepper and peanuts. When rice is done, add it to skillet and stir gently to combine with other ingredients. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

179 Calories
5g Fat
30g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 179
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 16mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 121mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.