1,837 spiced rice recipes

One-skillet Mexicali franks with browned hot dogs served over chili-spiced rice, pinto beans, tomato, salsa, and melted Monterey Jack. A cheap, kid-friendly Tex-Mex dinner that feeds six.

Browned pork chops simmer over curry-spiced rice with raisins and slivered almonds in tomato sauce. A one-skillet dinner with sweet, savory, and nutty flavors in every bite.

Calamaria Parayemista, Greek stuffed squid filled with spiced rice, tomato puree, cinnamon, and cloves, then braised in white wine. A traditional Greek mezze appetizer.

Chicken rice burritos with cayenne-spiced rice pilaf, diced chicken, and a green chili sour cream sauce. A crowd-sized batch recipe that makes 60 burritos.

Beef and rice stir-fry with flank steak, broccoli, red bell peppers, and scallions seasoned with soy sauce and dry sherry. A quick one-skillet Asian-inspired dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Thai Red Curry is easily the most popular dish from Thailand. Made with an aromatic mix of fresh vegetables, herbs & spices, and red chilies; it offers a harmony of tastes and textures that is truly amazing. Its rich, spicy and bold taste, with a subtle hint of sweetness, is effectively hot without being overpowering. It’s warm and comforting and just perfect for days when you are craving for something simple yet indulgent. A traditional spicy Thai Red Curry is usually best enjoyed with fragrant steamed rice but in some places, it is also eaten with noodles.

Leg of lamb stuffed with rice rolls a butterflied Pakistani-spiced lamb leg around a mushroom and rice filling, roasted to carving-perfect for a showstopper holiday main.

This vibrant, Asian-inspired dish combines fluffy long-grain rice with succulent shrimp and crisp snow peas, all brought together by a zesty sauce of soy, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a hint of spice. Topped with crunchy almonds and fresh scallions, it’s a balanced, flavorful meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ideal for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is light yet hearty, with bold flavors that make it a crowd-pleaser.

South Indian split pea and coconut curry sauce built on a rice-split-pea puree, tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves. A fragrant, mildly spiced vegan sauce for rice or dosa.

Chef Paul Prudhomme-style rice with apple and raisin dressing: pecans, bell peppers, and spiced Cajun seasonings folded through fluffy rice. A holiday side with sweet-savory Louisiana flair.

Eggplant, lamb, and rice casserole layers roasted eggplant with browned ground lamb, cinnamon-spiced tomatoes, white rice, and crumbled feta. A Mediterranean one-dish dinner.

Indian rice pulao layers basmati with whole spices, sweet peas and carrots, golden raisins, and toasted almonds. A fragrant, vegetarian one-pot side that turns plain rice into a feast.

Vegan Mexican bean and rice casserole layered with spiced kidney bean puree, brown rice, sliced tomatoes, and pressed garlic. Hearty, plant-based comfort food.

Mexican rice casserole toasts long-grain rice with peppers, jalapeños, and garlic, then bakes covered with roma tomatoes and southwest spices. Feeds a crowd, pairs with everything.

A simple authentic Indian chicken curry. Adjust the spices to suit your tastes. Serve it with steamed rice or spicy rice puloa (posted separately)

Quick red beans and rice with diced ham, cayenne, cumin, and hot sauce over brown rice. A Cajun-spiced skillet dinner ready in 25 minutes using pre-cooked ingredients.