Best 5 Rice And Green Pea Side Dish Recipes

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**Aromatic Rice and Vibrant Green Peas: A Culinary Journey into Flavor and Simplicity**

Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing rice and green pea side dish. This classic combination is elevated to new heights with fragrant basmati rice, tender green peas, and a symphony of aromatic spices. Perfect as an accompaniment to your favorite curries, grilled meats, or fish, this versatile dish offers a burst of flavor in every bite. With three variations to choose from, ranging from a simple yet satisfying basic recipe to a more elaborate version featuring sautéed vegetables, and a third option that incorporates tangy lemon and herbs, we have something to suit every taste and occasion. Embark on a culinary journey with our rice and green pea side dish, and experience the harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

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MATAR PULAO (RICE WITH PEAS)



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This is very easy recipe, with basmati rice and green peas. It is very mild and fragrant, and great as a side dish, or for those picky kids who don't like their peas. The word 'matar' means green peas in Urdu.

Provided by FKhan

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 whole cloves
3 black cardamom seeds
6 whole black peppercorns
2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons water
1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
2 cups uncooked basmati rice, rinsed and drained
4 cups water
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet over low heat. Add the cloves, cardamom seeds, peppercorns and cinnamon sticks. Cook for a few minutes to bring out the aroma of the spices. Stir the garlic powder and 2 tablespoons of water together to make a paste; mix into the pan with the spices.
  • Add the green peas to the pan, cover and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add the remaining 4 cups of water and rice to the pan. Season with a little salt. Bring to a boil, then cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed. Taste, and adjust the salt before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.7 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 63.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

WHITE RICE WITH GREEN PEAS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup raw basmati rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 cups water
1 cup frozen baby peas, or fresh peas blanched 3 minutes in boiling water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium heavy saucepan over low heat. Add rice and salt and cook, stirring constantly, until beginning to color, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and continue to cook until onion softens slightly. Add water, stir, cover, and cook over lowest possible heat 2025 minutes until rice is almost done. Stir in the peas, turn off the heat, and let sit covered five minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

JASMINE RICE WITH GREEN ONIONS, PEAS, AND LEMON



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Categories     Citrus     Rice     Side     Pea     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups water
1 1/4 cups jasmine rice, rinsed well, drained, or long-grain white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shelled fresh or frozen peas
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Combine 1 3/4 cups water, rice, and salt in large saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand covered 15 minutes. Fluff with fork. Cool.
  • Cook peas in medium saucepan of boiling salted water 1 minute. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain.
  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add all but 2 tablespoons green onions; sauté 30 seconds. Add rice and sauté until heated through, stirring to break pieces, about 4 minutes. Add peas, lemon juice, parsley, and lemon peel. Sauté 2 minutes to blend flavors. Transfer to serving bowl. Sprinkle with remaining green onions.

EASY RICE AND PEAS



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Even folks who aren't fond of vegetables will gobble up this simple-to-prepare side dish. For even more color, toss in some chopped frozen carrots.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Bring water, butter and salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Add rice and peas. Cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5-7 minutes or until all of the water is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 662mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

RICE WITH PEAS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 cup rice
1 1/2 cups water
1 bay leaf
Salt to taste if desired
2 cups fresh peas or one 10-ounce package frozen peas

Steps:

  • Heat one tablespoon of the butter in a saucepan and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until wilted.
  • Add rice, water, bay leaf and salt and bring to the boil. Cover closely and cook exactly 17 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, if fresh peas are used, drop them into boiling salted water and cook one minute or less until tender. Do not overcook. Drain.
  • Heat the remaining one tablespoon of butter in a saucepan and add the fresh or frozen peas. Cook, briefly, stirring gently. Stir the peas into the rice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 504 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right kind of rice: For this recipe, use a long-grain rice such as basmati or jasmine. These types of rice cook up light and fluffy.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking: This removes the starch from the surface of the rice, which helps to prevent it from sticking together.
  • Use the proper ratio of water to rice: For this recipe, use 1 cup of uncooked rice to 1 1/2 cups of water.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender: The rice is cooked when it has absorbed all of the water and the grains are soft. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice before serving: This helps to separate the grains of rice and make it light and airy.
  • Add the peas and other vegetables towards the end of cooking: This will prevent them from overcooking and becoming mushy.
  • Season the rice to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.

Conclusion:

This rice and green pea side dish is a simple but delicious dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. The peas add a pop of color and nutrition to the dish. This recipe is also very easy to make and can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

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