Ginger-Infused Jasmine Rice with Toasted Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-10 · Updated 2026-07-10

Fragrant jasmine rice cooked with fresh ginger and finished with toasted sesame seeds for a delicate aromatic side dish. This Asian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs jasmine rice, water, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup jasmine rice
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 1 tbsp thinly sliced fresh ginger
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear, then drain.
2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, 1 1/4 cups water, 1 tbsp thinly sliced fresh ginger, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and let the rice rest covered for 10 minutes.
5. Step 5: Fluff the rice with a fork, discard the ginger slices, then drizzle 1 tsp sesame oil over the rice and gently mix in 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.