Simple Curry Rice with Curry Flair

Fluffy basmati rice seasoned with curry spices, served in a tangine with Simpli Spiced Curry Flair blend.

Aromatic curry basmati rice with curry flair

Upgrade your everyday rice with Curry Flair—warm, vibrant spices that pair perfectly with curry dishes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite proteins.

Serves: 4; Ready in 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice or jasmine rices

  • 2 cups water or broth

  • 1–1½ tsp Curry Flair

  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • 1 tbsp butter, oil, or ghee

  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion or shallots

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • Optional: ½ tsp Flavor Pop

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice: Rinse in strainer until water runs clear. Set aside.

  2. Sauté aromatics: Heat butter, ghee, or oil in a pot over medium heat.
    Add onion → cook 3–4 minutes until soft. Add salt.
    Add garlic → cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

  3. Bloom the spice: Add Curry Flair and stir for ~30 seconds to wake up the flavors.

  4. Add rice + liquid: Stir in rinsed rice then saute until well coated in spices. Add water/broth and Flavor Pop if using.

  5. Cook: Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes.

  6. Rest + fluff: Turn off heat, let sit covered 5–10 minutes, then fluff.

Cooking Tips

  • Finish with lemon juice → brightens everything

  • Garnish with cilantro or parsley

Simple Pairings

  • Serve alongside grilled chicken, steak, or fish for an easy balanced meal.

  • Build your bowl with Curry Flair rice as the base—layer with bold tandoori protein, roasted vegetables, and finish with a cool, creamy raita for the perfect balance of flavor.

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