Here are ten different things you can enjoy with rice.

A mix of colorful vegetables sautéed with soy sauce and spices makes a delicious and healthy companion to rice.

Chicken, beef, pork, or fish grilled or roasted with your favorite seasonings pairs excellently with a simple serving of rice.

Rice stir-fried with vegetables, eggs, and sometimes meat or tofu, offering a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Whether it’s a sunny-side-up egg, scrambled eggs, or a poached egg, adding eggs to rice can create a quick and tasty meal.

Dishes like shrimp, crab, or fish prepared with herbs and spices complement rice wonderfully.

Achar or various chutneys such as mango or mint add a tangy, spicy kick to rice.

A cooling raita made from yogurt and spices, often with cucumber or other vegetables, pairs well with rice, especially in hot weather.

Light soups or broths, such as chicken soup or vegetable clear soup, can be served over rice or alongside it for a comforting meal.

Various gravies or sauces, such as barbecue sauce or a creamy mushroom sauce, can be drizzled over rice for added flavor.

Simple dishes made with beans or lentils, like a bean salad or a lightly spiced lentil mix, can be a nutritious and flavorful addition to rice.