Chicken and Shrimp Curry with Basmati Rice
- Easy
- 45 min
- Kcal 689
Rice with curry is perfect when you crave something aromatic and a bit different. Really good stuff. This dish draws from Indian inspiration, featuring basmati rice known for its long, fragrant grains. It's awesome for a quick lunch or a themed dinner with friends. Curry powder brings a spicy kick, and when you add peas, leeks and a hint of chili pepper, you get a splash of color and flavor—so so tasty. It is ideal for anyone looking for easy curry and rice recipes or a vegetarian curry with rice—just skip the meat, and you've got a dish that's both fresh and filling. The simple, moist texture and how the curry blends with the rice give you a bowl bursting with taste.
Some folks might swap in different rice varieties for a nuttier, earthy twist, but the classic basmati offers that true Indian feel. And here's the thing, this dish is commonly served on its own, yet it pairs perfectly as a side for chicken curry with rice, fish, or veggie dishes—making it one of those quick curry rice dishes that requires minimal fuss. On busy days, there’s nothing like a go-to meal that’s both golden and tangy. Whether you prefer your curry mild or with extra heat, this recipe lets you experiment with flavors. Pretty simple.
Rice with curry is a favorite for anyone wanting to mix up their meals with something warm and satisfying. It’s a simple way to dive into healthy curry rice meals that feel a bit special without being complicated. This dish really shines when you need food that's both colorful and comforting, offering all the best parts of traditional curry and rice recipes without any stress—seriously good.
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To prepare curry rice, first rinse the basmati rice under running water 1, then pour it into a pot 2 along with the water 3 and salt.
Cover with a lid 4 and bring to a boil. When the water starts to boil, lower the heat and cook for about 8 minutes. In the meantime, clean and slice the leek into rounds 5, then chop the chili peppers after removing the seeds 6.
At this point, the rice will be cooked, so turn off the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes 7. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pan, add the leek 8 and the chili pepper 9 and stew them over low heat for about 5-6 minutes.
Add the peas 10 and the curry 11, mix well and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, adjusting the salt 12.
Now add the rice 13, stir to combine everything, and leave on the heat for another 1-2 minutes 14. Your curry rice is ready to be served 15!