Best 3 Green Pepper Rice Recipes

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Green pepper rice is a classic dish that is both delicious and easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. This versatile dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress your guests, green pepper rice is sure to please.

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RICE WITH GREEN PEPPER AND JALAPENO



Rice with Green Pepper and Jalapeno image

Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
Kosher salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups white rice, uncooked
1/2 cup chicken stock
Zest and juice of 1 lime

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large sauce pan. Then add the jalapeno, onions and green peppers, sprinkle with salt and cook over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir. Add the rice and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the rice is golden, about 5 minutes. Turn the heat up to high and add 2 cups water and the stock. Bring to a boil, cover tightly, and reduce the heat to a simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let rest, still covered, 3 minutes longer. Sprinkle with the lime zest and juice before serving.

GREEN PEPPER RICE



Green Pepper Rice image

A great alternative to plain white rice. Excellent with my Hawaiian meatball recipe.

Provided by NumNum

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup diced green bell pepper
3 ⅓ cups water
1 ½ cups converted rice
½ teaspoon dried parsley
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion in melted butter until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir garlic into the onion; cook just until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes more. Add bell pepper to the onion mixture; cook until the pepper just begins to sweat, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Stir water, rice, parsley, and bay leaf with the onion mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cover saucepan with a lid. Simmer mixture until liquid is entirely absorbed and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes. Rest dish off heat for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 23 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

CURRIED RICE WITH CAULIFLOWER, BELL PEPPER, AND GREEN ONIONS



Curried Rice with Cauliflower, Bell Pepper, and Green Onions image

Categories     Onion     Pepper     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Curry     Cauliflower     Pea     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
1 1/4 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 cups small cauliflower florets
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add ginger, curry powder, and lemon peel; stir 30 seconds. Mix in cauliflower, bell pepper, and onions, then rice. Add 2 cups water and 3/4 teaspoon salt; bring to boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat. Mix in peas; season with pepper. Cover and let stand 5 minutes.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh green peppers that are firm and have no blemishes.
  • If you don't have fresh green peppers, you can use frozen or canned peppers.
  • Be sure to cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • If you like, you can add other vegetables to the rice, such as diced carrots, celery, or peas.
  • You can also add cooked meat, such as chicken, beef, or shrimp, to the rice.
  • To make the rice more flavorful, add a tablespoon of soy sauce or oyster sauce.
  • Serve the rice hot, garnished with chopped green onions or cilantro.

Conclusion:

Green pepper rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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