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    Published: Jun, 2024. Updated: Jun, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    27 Ways to Rice: From Perfect Sides to Stunning Entrees

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    Ever feel stuck in a rice rut? Plain white rice night after night? Buckle up, because these 27 rice recipes is here to change your dinner game! This recipe collection is all about taking your favorite fluffy grain from boring to brilliant.

    Inside you'll find easy recipes anyone can cook, from quick one-pot meals to impressive dishes that'll wow your friends. Dive into the world of rice and transform your meals today!

    Pineapple Fried Rice 

    Pineapple Fried Rice. Tasting.
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    This Pineapple Fried Rice is a delicious and simple dish that's ready in just 25 minutes. With its perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, this one-pot recipe is a family favorite that never fails to satisfy. The best part? It's incredibly easy to make, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Get the recipe.

    Cumin Beef Fried Rice Recipe

    Cumin Beef Fried Rice with chopped green onion in a wok.
    Photo credit: Pups With Chopsticks

    A quick & easy beef fried rice recipe made with ground beef, eggs, leftover rice and seasoned with cumin that can be made as a side or a meal. Get the recipe.

    Spanish Chicken and Rice

    Spanish chicken and rice in a pan.
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    Bursting with flavor, juicy, hearty, and comforting, this Spanish Chicken and Rice makes a delicious one-pot recipe for the whole family. Perfect for a weeknight or Sunday dinner. Get the recipe.

    Rice and Spicy Sardines

    Rice and Spicy Sardines in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Dominican Cooking

    Considered a poor man's meal, and a favorite of informal get-togethers, locrio de pica-pica (rice and spicy sardines) has a strong taste I love. Get the recipe.

    Mushroom Risotto with Olives

    Mushroom risotto with olives in a plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This is hands down the BEST Creamy Mushroom Risotto and I'm not exaggerating. It's uniquely flavorful, rich and indulgent. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy, gluten-free risotto is a perfect choice for a date night or family dinner. Get the recipe.

    Basmati Rice with Dried Fruits and Nuts

    Basmati Rice with Dried Fruits and Nuts in a plate.
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    Basmati Rice with Dried Fruit and Nuts - flavorful and delicious side dish for dinner or holidays. It's super easy to make and will turn any meal into a colorful feast. Get the recipe.

    Curry Pineapple Turkey Rice Bowl Recipe

    Curry Pineapple Turkey Rice Bowl. Close up.
    Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry

    This clean eating curry pineapple turkey rice bowl offers a lovely sweet and savory flavor to your dinner table! Get the recipe.

    Mushroom and Pumpkin Risotto

    Mushroom pumpkin risotto in a bowl.
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    One of the great ways to use pumpkin puree is to add it to a risotto. My Mushroom and Pumpkin Risotto is easy and delicious one pan dinner recipe with flavors of fall. Get the recipe.

    Rice and Smoked Herrings

    Rice and Smoked Herrings with some avocado slices in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Dominican Cooking

    Locrio de Arenque (Rice and Smoked Herrings) is a mixture of two ingredients that arrived from faraway lands and combined into a much-beloved dish. Get the recipe.

    Baked Chicken Meatballs

    Chicken Mustard Meatballs with a spoon in a pan.
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    These Baked Mustard Chicken Meatballs feature lightly seared balls of ground chicken, rice and spices baked in a creamy mustard sauce. The recipe makes plenty of meatballs to satisfy your hungry family on busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

    Risotto Puttanesca

    Risotto Puttanesca close up.
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    This is the BEST Risotto Puttanesca recipe ever! Rich and pungent anchovy and Kalamata olives sauce add such an incredible depth of flavor! So delicious, you'll want to eat this every day! Get the recipe.

     Wild Mushroom Risotto

    Wild Mushroom Risotto in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks

    A true Northern Italian classic, risotto is a creamy rice dish that's perfect for any night of the week. This wild mushroom risotto recipe is no exception! This simple and utterly delicious dinner can be made and ready to savor in under an hour. Get the recipe.

    Korean Beef and Rice

    Korean beef and rice in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, then try this Korean beef and rice! It’s the perfect combination of flavors for a meal that’s going to become a new family favorite! With a few pantry staples, you can make a delicious meal from start to finish in just 15 minutes! Get the recipe.

    Chicken Rice Pilaf 

    Chicken Rice Pilaf in a pan.
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    It's one of the best and the most delicious rice dishes. This Chicken Rice Pilaf is one-pot comforting meal, perfect for busy weekdays. Get the recipe.

    Mushroom Rice Meatballs

    Mushroom Rice Meatballs in a pan.
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    These easy Mushroom Meatballs is hearty and rich meatless recipe that is both healthy and delicious. Packed with comforting flavors and ready in under 1 hour, these gluten-free meatballs are perfect for meal prep or cozy family dinner. Get the recipe.

    Danish Rice Pudding

    Risalamande in a tall glass.
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    If you want to try something new and incredibly delicious this holiday season, try Risalamande. It's a creamy, soft and melt-in-your-mouth Danish rice pudding with almonds and topped with a flavorful cherry sauce. Get the recipe.

    Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto

    Mushroom and Asparagus Risotto in a bowl. Close up.
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    This Mushroom Asparagus Risotto is the perfect comfort food for busy days. Creamy, light, and delicious without all the fuss. Get the recipe.

    Tofu Rice Bowls with Black Beans and Corn Salad

    Tofu Rice Bowls with Black Beans and Corn Salad close up.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge

    A yummy weeknight dinner with seasoned rice, seasoned tofu, black beans and veggies! Get the recipe.

    Instant Pot Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

    Instant Pot Mushroom Wild Rice Soup in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry

    Instant Pot Mushroom Wild Rice Soup is a creamy dish that is packed with protein and veggies. Hearty wild rice is combined with mushrooms, carrots, celery, and kale, then is brought together with a creamy soup base. This easy mushroom soup is the best way to warm up on a cold day! Get the recipe.

    Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Casserole

    Instant Pot Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Casserole in a brown bowl.
    Photo credit: xoxo Bella

    Let this leftover turkey wild rice casserole come to the rescue! Combine Thanksgiving or Christmas leftovers with wild rice and other ingredients to make this leftover turkey casserole recipe. It is so easy to combine leftover turkey or a turkey breast to make this instant pot wild rice recipe that everyone will love. Get the recipe.

    Easy Egg Fried Rice

    Easy Egg Fried Rice with some chopped green onion in a patterned plate.
    Photo credit: Pups With Chopsticks

    This quick and easy Chinese egg fried rice features fluffy scrambled eggs that perfectly coat each grain of rice for the tastiest fried rice you’ve ever had! My recipe will give you authentic flavors easily at home in under 15 minutes! Get the recipe.

    Cheesy Baked Corn and Poblano Rice

    Cheesy Baked Corn and Poblano Rice in a baking dish.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks

    This recipe for Cheesy Baked Corn and Poblano Rice is an easy, flavorful side dish that feeds a crowd. Get the recipe.

    Creamy Tomato Risotto

    Vegan Tomato Risotto in a grey bowl.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Tomato Risotto is an incredibly simple recipe but is still packed with flavor in each bite to give you a dinner meal that's sure to become a family favorite! It features perfectly cooked risotto with a beautiful, creamy texture and the fresh summer flavors of cherry tomatoes. What's best is that it can be made in just 30 minutes from scratch! Get the recipe.

    Instant Pot Sweet Pongal

    Instant Pot Sweet Pongal in three bowls.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry

    Sweet Pongal, also called Sakkarai or Chakkara Pongal, is a popular traditional sweet dish from South India. Made with rice, moong dal, milk and jaggery, it is a delicious sweet pudding made during festivals. Get the recipe.

    Easy Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice

    Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice in a bowl. An overhead view.
    Photo credit: Pear Tree Kitchen

    Skip takeout and whip up restaurant-worthy shrimp & chicken fried rice in minutes. Easy recipe, flexible ingredients, no fancy tools needed. Get the recipe.

    Dirty Rice with Sausage

    Dirty Rice with Sausage in a scoop close up.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook

    Cajun Dirty Rice blends flavorful sausage, colorful bell peppers, and perfectly cooked rice for a comforting Southern classic. Get the recipe.

    Teriyaki Tofu Nigiri with Crispy Shallots

    Teriyaki Tofu Nigiri with Crispy Shallots on a board. Tasting.
    Photo credit: Full Of Plants

    These little bites packed with umami consist of sushi rice topped with tofu coated in a delicious teriyaki sauce. It’s then wrapped in nori and topped with crispy shallots! It’s easy to prepare and makes a delicious appetizer (or entrée)! Get the recipe.

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