Description
One-pot Five-Spice Rice is a flavorful and aromatic dish made with rice, five-spice powder, and optional vegetables. This easy-to-make dish is perfect as a side or main and pairs wonderfully with Asian-inspired meals.
Ingredients
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
½ tsp five-spice powder (adjust to taste)
1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
2 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 carrot, diced (optional)
1 cup frozen peas (optional)
Fresh herbs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking for 3-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the five-spice powder and cook for another minute to release its fragrance.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pot, stirring to coat the rice with the spiced oil and onions.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- If using, add the carrots or peas in the last 5 minutes of cooking, allowing them to steam with the rice.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
- Serve hot as a side dish or main course!
Notes
For added protein, try adding cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Other vegetables like bell peppers, corn, or edamame can be added for extra flavor and nutrition.
Adjust the five-spice powder based on your personal taste, starting with ½ teaspoon and adding more if desired.
For extra savory depth, add soy sauce, coconut aminos, or tamari to the cooking process.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
