Rice Dinner Ideas
Rice turns almost anything into a satisfying dinner. In this collection it carries Korean bulgogi bowls, salmon poke bowls, kimchi fried rice, chicken tikka masala, Thai green curry, burrito bowls and more. It's naturally gluten-free and works for almost every diet.
50 recipes
Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowl
Smoky chipotle chicken, lime rice, black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado — build-your-own fun for the whole table.
30 min · Mexican · High protein, Gluten free
15-Minute Korean Beef Bulgogi Bowl
Sweet-savoury caramelised beef with garlic, ginger, and sesame over steamed rice with crunchy quick-pickled cucumber.
20 min · Korean · High protein, Dairy free
Kimchi Fried Rice with Fried Egg
The ultimate leftover-rice rescue: tangy kimchi, gochujang, and crispy rice crowned with a runny fried egg.
15 min · Korean · Vegetarian, Dairy free
Fresh Salmon Poke Bowl
Silky sushi-grade salmon in a soy-sesame dressing over sushi rice, with edamame, mango, avocado, and crispy seaweed.
25 min · Japanese · Pescatarian, High protein
Sticky Teriyaki Salmon & Greens
Glossy, sweet-salty teriyaki salmon from the air fryer with garlicky pak choi and rice — dinner in 20 minutes flat.
20 min · Japanese · Pescatarian, High protein
Thai Green Curry with Crispy Tofu
Fragrant coconut green curry loaded with crispy tofu, green beans, and sweet peppers — cosy, bright, and fully plant-based.
30 min · Thai · Vegan, Vegetarian
Weeknight Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender spiced chicken in a creamy, gently warming tomato sauce. Serve with basmati rice and warm naan for a crowd-pleasing curry night.
35 min · Indian · High protein, Gluten free
Quick Brazilian Black Bean Stew with Farofa
A weeknight nod to feijoada: smoky black beans with sausage and orange-kissed greens, finished with crunchy toasted farofa.
35 min · Brazilian · High protein, Gluten free
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Silky, golden risotto with deeply browned mushrooms, a splash of white wine, and plenty of Parmesan. Your 35-minute ticket to Italy.
35 min · Italian · Vegetarian, Gluten free
Kung Pao Chicken
Sticky, tingly, sweet-and-sour chicken with crunchy peanuts and dried chillies. Faster than ordering takeaway, and tastier too.
20 min · Chinese · High protein, Dairy free
Mushroom Mapo Tofu
A plant-based spin on the Sichuan icon: silky tofu and savoury minced mushrooms in a fiery, numbing chilli-bean sauce.
25 min · Chinese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Nasi Goreng with Chicken & Fried Egg
Indonesia's beloved fried rice: smoky, sweet-savoury kecap manis rice with chicken, topped with a crispy fried egg and fresh cucumber.
20 min · Indonesian · Dairy free, High protein
Ethiopian Misir Wot (Spiced Red Lentils)
Rich, warming red lentils slow-cooked with heaps of onion and berbere spice. Deeply comforting and naturally vegan.
40 min · Ethiopian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Jerk Chicken with Rice & Peas
Smoky, fiery Jamaican-style jerk chicken with coconut rice and kidney beans. A sunny weekend feast worth the marinating time.
55 min · Caribbean · High protein, Gluten free
West African Peanut Stew
Creamy, gently spiced peanut and tomato stew with sweet potato, chickpeas, and greens. Hearty, vegan, and seriously satisfying.
35 min · African · Vegan, Vegetarian
Weeknight Chana Masala
Tangy, warmly spiced chickpea curry that's on the table in 25 minutes. Budget-friendly, vegan, and one of those dinners everyone goes back for.
25 min · Indian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Palak Paneer
Golden cubes of paneer in a vibrant, velvety spiced spinach sauce. A vegetarian curry-house classic that's easy at home.
30 min · Indian · Vegetarian, Gluten free
Chicken Katsu Curry
Shatteringly crisp panko chicken with a mellow, sweet Japanese curry sauce and fluffy rice. A cult favourite made at home.
45 min · Japanese · High protein, Dairy free
Thai Basil Pork (Pad Kra Pao)
Thailand's favourite street-food lunch: fiery stir-fried pork with holy basil over jasmine rice, crowned with a crispy fried egg.
15 min · Thai · High protein, Dairy free
Chicken & Prawn Paella
A golden, saffron-scented rice pan with chicken, prawns, peppers, and peas, complete with the crispy bottom (socarrat) everyone fights over.
50 min · Spanish · Gluten free, Dairy free
Gemista (Greek Stuffed Vegetables)
Peppers and tomatoes stuffed with herby rice and baked with potatoes in olive oil until sweet and jammy. Summer in a baking dish.
70 min · Greek · Vegan, Vegetarian
Adana-Style Köfte with Rice Pilaf
Juicy spiced lamb köfte with buttery rice pilaf, a tomato-onion salad and cool garlic yoghurt.
35 min · Turkish · Gluten free, High protein
Mujadara (Lentils, Rice & Crispy Onions)
Humble, magnificent Levantine comfort: spiced lentils and rice crowned with a tangle of sweet, crispy onions. Vegan and cheap.
45 min · Lebanese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Chicken Yakitori Rice Bowl
Sticky, smoky glazed chicken thigh pieces with spring onions over fluffy rice. Japanese izakaya flavours without the skewers.
25 min · Japanese · Dairy free, High protein
Miso-Glazed Salmon with Edamame Rice
Sweet-savoury miso glaze caramelised on tender salmon, with edamame-studded rice. Restaurant vibes in 20 minutes.
20 min · Japanese · Pescatarian, Dairy free
Gyudon (Japanese Beef Bowl)
Thin slices of beef and sweet onion simmered in a savoury dashi-soy broth and piled over rice. Tokyo's favourite fast dinner.
20 min · Japanese · Dairy free, High protein
Oyakodon (Chicken & Egg Rice Bowl)
'Parent and child' bowl: tender chicken and softly set egg simmered in sweet dashi-soy broth over rice. Gentle, cozy, very Japanese.
20 min · Japanese · Dairy free, High protein
Miso-Glazed Aubergine (Nasu Dengaku)
Silky roasted aubergine halves lacquered with sweet miso glaze and sesame, served with rice and cucumber. Vegan and seriously moreish.
30 min · Japanese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Bibimbap
Korea's colourful mixed rice bowl: seasoned beef, sesame veggies, a fried egg and spicy gochujang sauce. Stir it all up and dig in.
35 min · Korean · Dairy free, High protein
Air-Fryer Korean Gochujang Cauliflower
Crispy cauliflower bites in a sticky, sweet-spicy gochujang glaze over rice. Plant-based 'fried chicken' energy.
30 min · Korean · Vegan, Vegetarian
Dakgalbi (Spicy Korean Chicken Stir-Fry)
Chicken, cabbage and sweet potato stir-fried in a fiery gochujang sauce. A Chuncheon favourite that gets everyone round the pan.
30 min · Korean · Dairy free, High protein
Soondubu Jjigae (Soft Tofu Stew)
Bubbling, spicy Korean stew of silky soft tofu, kimchi and mushrooms with an egg cracked in at the end. Pure comfort in a bowl.
25 min · Korean · Dairy free
Prawn Egg Fried Rice
Better-than-takeaway fried rice with juicy prawns, fluffy egg, peas and spring onions. The best thing that ever happened to leftover rice.
15 min · Chinese · Pescatarian, Dairy free
Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry
Tender beef and crisp broccoli in a glossy garlic-ginger oyster sauce. The takeaway classic, faster at home.
20 min · Chinese · Dairy free, High protein
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Crispy chicken pieces with pineapple and peppers in a bright, tangy sweet and sour sauce. A family takeaway favourite made fresh.
30 min · Chinese · Dairy free, High protein
Chinese Tomato & Egg Stir-Fry
China's ultimate home-cooked comfort: fluffy scrambled eggs in a sweet-tangy tomato sauce over rice. Fifteen minutes, five ingredients.
15 min · Chinese · Vegetarian, Dairy free
Massaman Beef Curry
Slow-simmered beef and potatoes in a rich, mildly spiced coconut curry with peanuts and tamarind. A weekend showstopper.
120 min · Thai · Gluten free, Dairy free
Thai Red Curry with Prawns
Juicy prawns and crisp veg in a fragrant red coconut curry with Thai basil. Ready in 25, so no need for takeaway.
25 min · Thai · Pescatarian, Gluten free
Khao Pad (Thai Fried Rice)
Thai-style fried rice with chicken, egg, tomato and onion, finished with fish sauce and a squeeze of lime. Simple, satisfying street food.
15 min · Thai · Dairy free, High protein
Thit Kho (Vietnamese Caramel Pork & Eggs)
Melt-in-the-mouth pork and eggs braised in a glossy caramel and coconut water sauce. Sweet, salty and deeply comforting.
60 min · Vietnamese · Gluten free, Dairy free
Lemongrass Chilli Tofu Bowl
Crispy tofu tossed in a fragrant lemongrass-chilli caramel over rice with fresh herbs and crunchy veg. Vegan and vibrant.
25 min · Vietnamese · Vegan, Vegetarian
Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Turmeric-marinated chicken skewers, charred and served with creamy peanut sauce, rice and cucumber. A crowd-pleaser for all ages.
30 min · Indonesian · Dairy free, High protein
Beef Rendang
Indonesia's legendary slow-cooked dry curry: beef simmered in coconut milk and spices until the sauce caramelises around every piece. Weekend magic.
150 min · Indonesian · Gluten free, Dairy free
Dal Tadka
Golden, creamy yellow lentils finished with a sizzling tadka of cumin, garlic and chilli. India's everyday comfort and a vegan staple.
30 min · Indian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Chicken Biryani
Fragrant layers of spiced yoghurt chicken and saffron basmati with crispy onions and fresh herbs. A weekend celebration in one pot.
75 min · Indian · Gluten free, High protein
Goan Prawn Curry
Tangy, coconutty prawn curry with tamarind and gentle heat. Sunny Goan beach vibes on a Tuesday.
25 min · Indian · Pescatarian, Gluten free
Keema Matar
Spiced minced lamb with sweet peas, ginger and garam masala. A homely Indian one-pan dinner that's great for meal prep.
30 min · Indian · Gluten free, Dairy free
Crispy Sesame Tofu & Broccoli Bowl
Crunchy cornstarch-crisped tofu in a sticky sesame-maple glaze with broccoli and rice. Vegan, family-friendly and super quick.
25 min · Asian · Vegan, Vegetarian
Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken
Golden chicken thighs in a glossy honey-garlic-soy glaze with green beans and rice. Every kid's (and adult's) favourite.
25 min · Asian · Dairy free, High protein
Chili con Carne
Rich, smoky beef and bean chili with a whisper of cocoa, simmered until thick. Even better tomorrow, which makes it a meal prep legend.
60 min · Mexican · Gluten free, Dairy free
Perfect rice every time
Rinse it until the water runs clearer, use the right amount of water for your rice type and let it rest covered for ten minutes after cooking.
Leftover rice is a gift
Day-old rice makes the best fried rice. Cool cooked rice quickly and keep it in the fridge for up to a day.
FAQ
- Which rice should I use?
- Each recipe suggests one: jasmine for Thai, basmati for Indian, sushi rice for poke.
- Is rice gluten-free?
- Yes, plain rice is naturally gluten-free.
- Can I use brown rice?
- Yes, just cook it longer.
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