Red Curry Rice with Raisins and Cashews
Red Curry Rice with Raisins and Cashews is an easy meal that packs a huge flavor punch. Add cooked chicken or eggs to add extra protein to this hot toasted rice dish!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil plus additional 1 TBSP as needed
- 1 medium yellow onion minced
- 1 tbsp red curry powder
- 2 cups Basmati rice uncooked
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 3/4 cup cashews chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped, reserve 1 tbsp for garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes, until onions are translucent. Stir in red curry powder, then add in rice and toast, stirring, for 1 minute. Add in water and salt, stir and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Stir in raisins, cashews and cilantro.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
Chef Tips
Note - for less heat, traditional curry powder may be substituted for red curry powder.
Note - unsalted butter can be substituted for the olive oil
Equipment Used
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Red Curry Rice with Raisins and Cashews
Serving Size
0.5 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
287
% Daily Value*
Fat
7.52
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
1.3
g
8
%
Sodium
301.66
mg
13
%
Potassium
237.47
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
49.59
g
17
%
Fiber
1.84
g
8
%
Sugar
6.75
g
8
%
Protein
6.08
g
12
%
Vitamin A
74.88
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
1.58
mg
2
%
Calcium
31.79
mg
3
%
Iron
1.59
mg
9
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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