Ginger and cashew rice

25 min
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9 ingredients

Ginger and cashew rice

Ginger and cashew rice is a dish that combines exotic and traditional flavors in a simple and nutritious recipe. Although rice is a staple food in practically all of Latin America, this variant with ginger and cashews became popular thanks to the influence of Asian cuisine, especially in countries with immigrant communities such as Mexico, Peru, and Argentina. In different countries of the region, this preparation may have various names or be adapted with local ingredients, but the use of ginger and nuts like cashews makes it unique and special.

In Mexico, for example, this dish could be considered a gourmet version of traditional white rice, while in Peru and Chile, similar combinations can be found in restaurants that fuse Japanese and Latin American cuisine. Ginger, known for its digestive properties and fresh aroma, adds a distinctive touch that perfectly complements the crunchy texture of the cashews. This recipe is ideal for those looking to incorporate international flavors into their daily meals without complications.

How to Make Ginger and Cashew Rice

Ingredients: Long-grain rice, water, butter, garlic, raw cashews, candied ginger, lemon zest, cumin, mint.

Combine the rice and water in a large, shallow dish, and cook on high power for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Combine the butter, garlic, and nuts in a dish, cook on high power for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add the rice and the remaining ingredients, cook on high power for about 3 minutes or until the mixture is very hot, stirring occasionally.

Arroz con jengibre y anacardo

Ingredients (9)

  • Long grain rice
  • Water
  • Butter
  • Garlic
  • Raw cashews
  • Candied ginger
  • Lemon zest
  • Cumin
  • Mint

Instructions (11 steps)

  1. 1 Combine the rice and water in a large
  2. 2 shallow container and cook on high power for 15 minutes
  3. 3 stirring occasionally
  4. 4 Combine the butter
  5. 5 garlic
  6. 6 and nuts in a container
  7. 7 cook on high power for 2 minutes
  8. 8 stirring occasionally
  9. 9 Add the rice and remaining ingredients
  10. 10 cook on high power for approximately 3 minutes or until the mixture is very hot
  11. 11 stirring occasionally