10 rice dishes from around the world

Rice is not just a grain, but a staple enjoyed around the world. It is said to be a cultural cornerstone that tells stories of history, geography, and tradition. This grain can be tweaked in many ways to keep the gut and overall health. Here we have curated a list of popular rice dishes from around the world that are worth trying.

It is an aromatic rice dish, where long rice grains are layered with spiced and marinated meat or vegetables along with caramelised onions, saffron, and whole spices, then slow-cooked to allow the flavours to blend well. It is best served with salan and raita.

This dish belongs to Spain and is a one-pan dish known for its golden hue from saffron. It uses short-grain rice with seafood, chicken, rabbit, vegetables, and olive oil.

It is a creamy and comforting rice dish, where Arborio or Carnaroli rice is gently cooked with warm broth, and is finished with butter and cheese, and also uses mushroom or seafood to enhance the taste and nutrition.

This is a tomato-based rice dish that also uses onion, peppers, and spices creating a smoky, bold flavour. It is best served with grilled chicken or fried plantains.

This is a popular rice dish that uses leftover rice, and is cooked in a wok with vegetables, eggs, soy sauce, and meat or seafood. It has become a global favourite and uses vinegar and soy sauce as key spices.

It is a unique dish that uses Japanese short-grain rice and is mixed with rice vinegar, sugar, and salt, creating a delicate balance of sweet and tangy.

This is a one-pot rice dish that uses rice, chicken, vegetables, and spices. In some places people also add olives and peppers along with herbs to boost the aroma and nutrition.

This is an Indonesian fried rice dish with a hint of sweetness from kecap manis (sweet soy sauce). It also uses garlic, chilli, and shrimp paste, along with fried eggs and is best served with pickles.

It is a lightly spiced rice dish cooked in stock with meat, vegetables, nuts, or dried fruits. It has subtle and refined flavours.

This is a Korean rice dish, which is spicy, tangy and comforting. To make this, fermented kimchi is stir-fried with rice, gochujang, and sesame oil and is often topped with fried eggs.

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