Rice is a staple ingredient enjoyed in cuisines around the world, thanks to its versatility and ability to pair perfectly with any number of dishes. Whether it’s the base for a hearty meal or a convenient side, rice is a go-to for everyday meals and creative recipes alike.
With Minute Rice Cups, you can enjoy all the benefits of rice with the added convenience of perfectly portioned servings, ready in just one minute—making it easier than ever to prepare delicious meals. When you’re short on time or need a meal on-the-go, Minute Rice Cups remove the hassle of a rice cooker or stovetop methods so you can focus on enjoying your meal.
Delicious & Versatile Minute Rice Cups
Minute Rice Cups are a hassle-free, quick way to enjoy rice. Ready in just 60 seconds in the microwave, Minute Rice Cups are much faster to prepare than traditional rice and require no cleanup. The individual cups are perfect to bring to the office for lunch or use as the base for a rice bowl mixed with all your favorite ingredients. The next time you’re looking for a quick side dish to enjoy with dinner or an easy office lunch, look no further than Minute Rice Cups.
Minute Rice Cups also come in a number of delicious rice varieties and flavors to suit whatever meal you’re craving. Classic rice varieties like White, Brown, Jasmine and Basmati make for delicious and versatile bases for any meal you can think of—even Sticky Rice to make sushi or poke bowls in no time! Minute Rice Cups also come in a number of exciting flavors to add even more variety to your meals. Types of instant rice include:
- Hot Honey Chicken Seasoned – The perfect blend of sweet and heat to bring some sizzle to your lunch, dinner, or on-the-go snack.
- Cilantro & Lime – Aromatic jasmine rice that is lightly seasoned with zesty and natural flavors, including lime juice, cilantro and sea salt.
- Yellow – Lightly seasoned with onion powder, garlic powder and turmeric, this flavor is perfect for paellas, seafood dishes or an easy side dish.
- Spanish – This zesty and savory seasoned rice is made with tomato, garlic, onion and other seasonings to add flair to any meal.
- Butter & Sea Salt – A simple yet satisfying rendition of traditional rice to add an extra hint of flavor to your favorite recipes.
- Chicken & Herb Seasoned – Hearty, homestyle taste with the flavor of chicken, carrots, onion and garlic.
- Jalapeño – Made with jalapeños, onion and green pepper, this rice adds the perfect touch of mild spice to your meal.
- Long Grain & Wild Seasoned – Delicious long grain and wild rice that is enhanced with a savory seasoning of onion and garlic and finished with zesty herbs.
With so many Minute Rice Cups to choose from, there’s no end to the delicious meals you can create, whether you’re on-the-go or making dinner at home.
How to Prepare Minute Rice Cups
Minute Rice Cups are incredibly easy and fast to prepare, making them a true game-changer for convenient meals while making rice perfectly every time. Simply remove the film from the rice cup, place in the microwave and heat on high for one minute. If you’re heating two cups to use for family meals, increase the heating time to a minute and a half.
Upon removing from the microwave, simply stir the Minute Rice Cup and serve! These handy, microwaveable rice cups can be enjoyed on their own, combined with your favorite ingredients in rice bowls or used in countless recipes.
Tips on How to Cook Rice Dishes with Minute Rice Cups
Rice is an incredibly versatile ingredient enjoyed across cuisines, so there are endless recipes that you can create to enjoy rice at home. With the added convenience of Minute Rice Cups, there’s no shortage of quick and easy meals you can prepare to enjoy rice without the fuss.
Use Minute Rice Cups as the perfect side dish to enhance your meals, like with this Chickpea Tikka Masala. A quick and delightful vegetarian meal, this Chickpea Tikka Masala is ready in just 10 minutes. After simmering chickpeas in tikka masala sauce, serve with a perfectly-portioned Minute Basmati Rice Cup for a side of fluffy, aromatic basmati rice. Using a Minute Rice Cup as a side helps make this meal come together quickly, so you can enjoy a home-cooked meal on a busy weeknight.
Minute Rice Cups can be used in a variety of ways in many recipes, like these Easy Italian Stuffed Peppers. This dish combines rice with vegetables, marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese inside bell peppers for a quick and easy Italian-inspired meal. The rice’s short cook time helps this dish come together quickly in just around 10 minutes, with the Minute Yellow Rice Cup adding a perfect base of seasoned rice.
There are also plenty of ways to get creative using Minute Rice Cups! These Air Fryer Veggie Rice Bites are a fun, irresistible snack that uses an air fryer rather than a microwave to prepare instant rice Cups. These bites are made with Butter & Sea Salt Jasmine Rice Cups, which provides a rich and savory base that complements the vegetables, and melted cheese. After combining the rice, mixed vegetables, cheese and seasoning with an egg, simply freeze the mixture for 5 minutes to let it firm up. Then, hand form the mixture into mounds before air frying until golden brown. Grab your favorite sauce to use as a dip and enjoy this bite-sized indulgence!
Not sure what to eat for your next meal? Minute Rice Cups make the perfect base to any rice bowl, so you can always enjoy a delicious meal without spending a ton of time preparing it. Just prepare the Minute Rice Cup in one minute, then add in your favorite ingredients—or whatever you have on hand—and enjoy!
Minute Rice has plenty of Mix It Up rice bowl ideas to help you get started. Search by ingredient to help get inspired with what you have in your pantry, or by Minute Rice Cup for ideas on how to use your favorite rice cup flavors in fun new ways.
Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch or dinner like Harissa Chicken, a rice salad like this Greek Salad, a Poke Bowl or a Power Breakfast to start your day strong, there’s a Mix It Up rice bowl that suits whatever you’re craving. And don’t be afraid to get creative by adding your own personal twist to your Minute Rice Cup with your favorite ingredients!
Where to Find Minute Rice Cups Near You
For a hassle-free way to enjoy rice, the speed and convenience of Minute Rice Cups is hard to beat. The perfectly-portioned cups, ready in just one minute, make preparing your next meal a breeze—whether you’re at home or on-the-go. Plus, with plenty of exciting flavors and rice varieties to choose from, you’ll never get tired of the endless possibilities that you can create!
Minute Rice Cups are available at grocery stores and retailers nationwide, with some flavors offered regionally. You can also find Minute Rice Cups on popular online retailers like Amazon and Instacart. To find Minute Rice Cups in stores near you and start creating your next meal, visit Minute Rice’s store locator.
