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    Home » Recipes » Rice Recipes

    Indian Garlic Rice

    Published: July 11, 2018 · Modified: August 28, 2020 by Uma Raghupathi · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 5 Comments

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    I am sharing a very easy-to-prepare and delicious garlic rice recipe that is near and dear to me when I am faced with a time crunch.

    A bowl of food on a table, with garlic rice

    After a 2 week hiatus, I am back with a new, simple, and sumptuous recipe. With the summer in full swing, I have received several recipe requests for simple recipes that do not keep us anchored in the kitchen.

    I am a huge fan of sauteed garlic and this recipe has plenty of flavors along with sauteed garlic that makes it special. If you like sauteed garlic flavor, this will be sure to become your new favorite garlic recipe!

    There are two simple ways to prepare this recipe. You could steam the rice with a steam cooker or use an Instant Pot. With the Instant Pot, you would saute the garlic first and then steam the rice in the same pot. This softens the garlic.

    If you prefer a crunchy texture, you should steam the rice separately and then add it to the sauteed garlic. Either way, it is a quick fix recipe that best fits busy weekends or weekday dinners.

    A bowl of food on a plate, with garlic rice

    It is a good option for lunch boxes too...if your kids like garlic 😉 I have tried both options and like both of them. Try this today and let me know what your favorite is!

    Check out my other recipes

    • Instant Pot Garlic Rice
    • Instant Pot Dal Fry
    • Aloo Palak
    • Lemon rice

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    A bowl of food on a table, with garlic rice

    Indian Garlic Rice

    Uma Raghupathi
    Delicious garlic rice recipe that is near and dear to me when I am faced with a time crunch. I am a huge fan of sauteed garlic and this recipe has plenty of flavors along with sauteed garlic that makes it special.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time:5 mins
    Cook Time:20 mins
    Total Time:25 mins
    Course :lunch
    Cuisine :Indian
    Calories 193 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ¼ cup basmati rice
    • 20-25 garlic cloves
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 1 tablespoon urad dal
    • 2 red chilies
    • 1 strand curry leaves
    • 2 tablespoon coconut oil
    • Salt to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes.
    • Gently clean the rice with water and drain all excess water.
    • Cook the rice in a pressure cooker with 1 ½ cups of water for every cup of rice.
    • Place a pan over medium heat and add oil. When the oil heats up, add mustard seeds and urad dal. Saute until it's starting to sizzle.
    • Add dry red chilies and curry leaves and saute for 30 seconds or until they appear crispy.
    • Add diced garlic cloves and fry until they turn golden brown.
    • Add salt and steamed rice to the spices. Stir well to get an even mixture.
    • Turn the heat off and let it cool. Steamy Garlic Rice pairs well with a cold drink.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 193kcal

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    1. Hema

      March 22, 2021 at 6:44 am

      Such simple garlic rice! We love it. Thaks5 stars

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    2. Doug Swinehart

      April 07, 2020 at 1:52 am

      Loved this rice with black eye peas curry. Never would thought there were 20 cloves of garlic in it. Great heat at the end but not overpowering.5 stars

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      • Uma Raghupathi

        April 13, 2020 at 11:10 pm

        Thank you Doug!

        Reply
    3. Tristin Rieken

      April 25, 2019 at 11:28 pm

      Love this recipe because I love garlic and I also am always looking for ways to mix up my typical white rice. This is so good!!5 stars

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      • Uma Raghupathi

        April 25, 2019 at 11:43 pm

        Thank you so much, Tristin! Me and my family's favorite rice.

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