Orange Rind Rice

Infuse your table with vibrant citrusy flavors and warm spices with this delectable Orange Rind Rice recipe. Perfectly fluffy basmati rice is cooked with a symphony of zesty orange rind, sweet orange juice, earthy cumin, and a hint of cinnamon, creating a dish that’s both aromatic and uniquely tantalizing. Studded with tender raisins, crunchy slivered almonds, and fresh parsley, this lightly sweet and savory recipe is an irresistible side dish or standalone delight. Ready in under 40 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired rice is as versatile as it is easy to prepare—ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Perfect keywords: orange rind rice, citrus rice recipe, spiced rice with raisins, flavorful side dish, easy rice recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 2 cups Water
• 1 large Orange
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 small Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 whole Cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons Raisins

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

Zest the orange to collect about 2 teaspoons of finely grated orange rind. Then, juice the orange to extract 1/4 cup of orange juice. Set both aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add finely minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin and cinnamon stick to the pan and stir for another 30 seconds to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the rinsed and drained rice, stirring to coat the grains in the oil and spices.

Step 6

Pour in the water and orange juice, and stir in the salt and orange zest. Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 8

Remove the pan from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes.

Step 9

Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in the chopped parsley, slivered almonds, and raisins.

Step 10

Serve warm as a fragrant side dish or enjoy it as is!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	783.1 grams (783.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	475

Total Fat 29.10g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2399mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 53.40g	19%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 38.10g
Protein 4.00g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188mg	14%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 744mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 43.5%