Description
A flavorful and colorful Mixed Vegetable Rice dish that combines aromatic spices and frozen vegetables with perfectly cooked rice. This versatile recipe is easy to prepare on the stovetop and can be served as a main vegetarian meal or alongside your favorite protein.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup raw rice (rinsed until the water runs clear)
- 3 cups frozen vegetables
- 3 cups water
Spices and Seasonings
- ½ Tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ½ Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 Tablespoon chicken bouillon powder (or as needed)
- Salt and white pepper to taste
Fats and Oils
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter (divided into two)
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare and cook vegetables: Place a shallow skillet or cast iron pot on medium heat and add 1 Tablespoon butter and 1 Tablespoon water. Cover with a lid and cook for 3 minutes to soften the vegetables. Stir to combine, then season with ½ teaspoon curry powder, salt, and white pepper. Stir again, transfer the cooked mixed vegetables to a plate, and return the skillet to the heat.
- Bloom spices: Add olive oil and 1 Tablespoon butter to the skillet and allow to melt. Add curry powder, dried parsley, and thyme. Stir continuously and cook the spices for about 30 seconds to enhance their flavors.
- Cook rice: Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the spices. Pour in water, then add chicken bouillon powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and white pepper to taste. Stir well to combine and deglaze the pan by scraping any browned bits off the bottom.
- Simmer rice: Bring the rice mixture to a rapid boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the rice for 15-20 minutes or until it reaches your preferred tenderness.
- Combine vegetables and rest: Add the cooked mixed vegetables back into the rice and stir thoroughly to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary. Place the lid back on and let the rice rest for 5 minutes off the heat to absorb all flavors.
- Serve: Serve the mixed vegetable rice hot as a standalone vegetarian dish or paired with your favorite protein such as chicken, beef, or fish. Enjoy this nutritious and flavorful meal!
Notes
- Rinse rice thoroughly until water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent clumping.
- Adjust seasoning and spices according to your taste preference.
- Use chicken bouillon powder sparingly if you prefer a lower sodium option or substitute with vegetable bouillon for a vegetarian version.
- Frozen vegetables can be swapped with fresh vegetables as preferred; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Mixed Vegetable Rice, Vegetable Rice, Stovetop Rice Recipe, Vegetarian Rice Dish, Curry Rice
