Ginger-Scented Jasmine Rice with Garlic Oil Drizzle

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

Fluffy jasmine rice cooked with ginger slices and finished with a fragrant garlic oil drizzle for an aromatic side dish. This Asian-inspired rice and grain recipe, ready in about 25 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 250 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 1.5 cups jasmine rice
• 2 cups water
• 2-inch piece, thinly sliced fresh ginger
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 stalks, finely chopped spring onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1.5 cups jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice, 2 cups water, 2-inch thinly sliced ginger, and 1 tsp salt in a rice cooker or pot. Cook until rice is tender and fluffy, about 15-18 minutes.
2. Step 2: While the rice cooks, heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and fragrant but not burnt.
3. Step 3: Remove the garlic slices with a slotted spoon and reserve the garlic oil. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, then drizzle the garlic oil evenly over the top.
4. Step 4: Garnish with 2 finely chopped spring onions and the crispy garlic slices for added texture and aroma. Serve hot as a flavorful side to any main dish.