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From Comforting to Exotic: Rice Recipes You Can’t Miss

Published: Feb 18, 2025 by Yuan

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Rice is one of the most versatile ingredients in the world, transforming into everything from cozy comfort food to bold, exotic dishes bursting with flavor. Whether you’re craving a creamy, soul-warming bowl or a fragrant, spice-packed meal, there’s a rice recipe for every craving. Get ready to elevate your rice game and bring something new to your table!

Mango Sticky Rice

Sweet and creamy Thai dessert with ripe mango and sticky rice in a white bowl.
Mango Sticky Rice. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Mango sticky rice is a classic Thai dessert made with glutinous rice, fresh mango, and coconut milk. Sweet, creamy, and delicious, it's a must-try treat!
Get the Recipe: Mango Sticky Rice

Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe: For Busy Weeknights

A flavorful tofu fried rice on a plate.
Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe: For Busy Weeknights. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

This tofu fried rice is a flavorful, protein-packed dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a side. Easy to make with simple, affordable ingredients!
Get the Recipe: Easy Tofu Fried Rice Recipe: For Busy Weeknights

Beef Congee-Easy Rice Porridge Recipe

Two bowls of comforting and savory beef congee rice porridge with a wooden spoon.
Beef Congee-Easy Rice Porridge Recipe. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Beef congee, or "jook," is a comforting rice porridge slow-cooked with tender beef until thick and creamy. Often enjoyed for breakfast, it's a hearty and flavorful dish perfect anytime.
Get the Recipe: Beef Congee-Easy Rice Porridge Recipe

Thai Fried Rice

Overhead shot of Thai fried rice in a white bowl with a skillet of fried rice on the side.
Thai Fried Rice. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Pineapple Fried Rice (Khao Pad) is a flavorful dish with chicken, eggs, veggies, cashews, and fish sauce. A favorite for both kids and adults, it's easy to make and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Thai Fried Rice

Coconut Cauliflower Rice

Coconut Cauliflower Rice inside golden plate with lime slices.
Coconut Cauliflower Rice. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

This Coconut Cauliflower Rice is a flavorful, keto-friendly side dish made with cauliflower rice, coconut milk, toasted coconut, and lime juice—perfect for low-carb, paleo, and Whole30 diets!
Get the Recipe: Coconut Cauliflower Rice

Taco Rice Skillet

Closeup of a skillet with ground beef, cheese and tomatoes.
Taco Rice Skillet. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This easy taco rice skillet, made with beef, onion, poblano, corn, and cheese, comes together in 20 minutes using instant or leftover rice—a hearty one-dish meal your family will love!
Get the Recipe: Taco Rice Skillet

Wild Rice Mushroom Soup

A bowl of wild rice mushroom soup with a spoon.
Wild Rice Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This hearty Wild Rice Mushroom Soup is rich, nutty, and time-saving, with the rice cooking alongside the other ingredients for a quick, flavorful meal.
Get the Recipe: Wild Rice Mushroom Soup

Pineapple Rice

Pineapple Rice with chili flakes in a white bowl.
Pineapple Rice. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

This sweet and spicy pineapple rice is a flavorful blend of tropical and savory notes. Naturally gluten-free and vegan, it’s a perfect side or main dish, ready in just 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Rice

Chai Rice Pudding

A bowl of creamy chai rice pudding topped with fresh blueberries.
Chai Rice Pudding. Photo credit: Sage Alpha Gal.

This chai rice pudding blends cozy chai latte flavors with creamy rice pudding. Healthy for breakfast, decadent for dessert, and ready in just 15 minutes with an Instant Pot!
Get the Recipe: Chai Rice Pudding

Vegan Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats

Two bars of chocolate rice crispy.
Vegan Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats. Photo credit: Two City Vegans.

These vegan rice crispy treats are crunchy, chewy, and delicious with just six ingredients and a decadent chocolate shell. A healthier twist on a classic, they’re perfect for all ages!
Get the Recipe: Vegan Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats

Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice

Chicken, sausage, and rice in instant pot with wooden spoon.
Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice is a bold, spicy one-pot meal with chicken, sausage, rice, and veggies—ready in just 30 minutes and easy enough for any cook!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Cajun Chicken Rice

Copycat Longhorn Steakhouse Rice

A bowl of Longhorn steakhouse rice with copper forks on a table.
Copycat Longhorn Steakhouse Rice. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Longhorn Steakhouse Rice is a flavorful side dish with onions, bell peppers, and rice simmered in chicken broth. Quick and easy, it’s perfect for a weeknight meal!
Get the Recipe: Copycat Longhorn Steakhouse Rice

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