ASPARAGUS & BASMATI RICE
I threw this together when I needed a quick side...Turns out it was the hit of the night! This was requested twice in one week and I was happy to do it since it's just so fast and easy.
Provided by t d
Categories Rice Sides
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. In a microwaveable covered dish combine the rice, oil, salt, and water. Microwave on high for 10-12 minutes. Fluff up rice after cooking 6 minutes. Fluff up again at the end of the cooking time. Taste test rice, it should be "just under done". Not mushy.
- 2. Toss in asparagus and butter. Cover and let the asparagus steam for 2-3 minutes.
- 3. Squeeze on lime or lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste, toss and serve.
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Haniya gulan
h_g@yahoo.comThis is one of my favorite recipes to make in the spring when asparagus is in season. It's a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of the season.
Mariam Kamal
m_k@hotmail.co.ukI love that this dish can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights or for potlucks.
Nurul Khan
nkhan1@hotmail.comThis dish is so versatile! I've served it as a main course, a side dish, and even a salad. It's always a hit.
Samuel Flowers
s-flowers@gmail.comI've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus adds a nice freshness to the dish and the rice is always cooked perfectly.
What's the point of a name
w85@gmail.comThis dish is so easy to make and it's so flavorful! I love the combination of asparagus and rice. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal.
Manini Mokoena
m_manini49@yahoo.comI added some chopped almonds to this dish for a little extra crunch. It was a great addition!
Tekaleng Erkalo
erkalo89@aol.comI've made this dish with different types of rice and it's always delicious. Basmati rice is my favorite, but brown rice or wild rice would also be good.
Rj Raihan
raihan-rj@hotmail.frThis is one of my favorite recipes to make in the spring when asparagus is in season. It's a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of the season.
Tasil1912
tasil1912@gmail.comI love that this dish can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights or for potlucks.
RZ
rz7@gmail.comThis dish is so versatile! I've served it as a main course, a side dish, and even a salad. It's always a hit.
peerphton peerphton
peerphtonpeerphton@hotmail.frI made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation was beautiful.
MD mustafiz Mustafiz
md-m@hotmail.comThis is a great recipe for a light and healthy meal. The asparagus and rice are both good sources of fiber and the dish is low in calories.
Nadeem ahmad raza Chishti
cn@hotmail.comI'm not a huge fan of asparagus, but I really enjoyed this dish. The rice was cooked perfectly and the asparagus was tender and flavorful.
Masika Immaculate
m_i@hotmail.frThis dish is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use frozen asparagus, which makes it a great recipe for busy weeknights.
Douaa Dj
douaadj@hotmail.frI've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The asparagus adds a nice freshness to the dish and the rice is always cooked perfectly.
Em0_Gachx
em0_gachx@gmail.comThis is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of asparagus and basmati rice. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal.
Abdul Rashid Alhassan
a.alhassan66@yahoo.comI made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked to perfection.
Suraiya Ibraim
s-i34@hotmail.comThis dish was absolutely delicious! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.