Asian-Style Options

• When it comes to adding Asian flair to brown rice, you have as many choices as there are tea leaves in Asia. Sprinkle the rice with soy sauce and rice vinegar for a salty tang. Drizzle brown rice with teriyaki sauce and toasted sesame seeds to enhance the sweet flavor of the rice. Dust the dish with just ginger powder for a hint of spice or sprinkle it with ginger powder, curry powder and ground turmeric for a fiery kick. Mix brown rice with honey, lemon juice, candied lemon rind and finely diced candied ginger for a sweet treat with a little bite.

Cajun-Style Choices

• Spices are the key to giving brown rice a kick of Cajun flavor. Dust the rice with cayenne pepper, ground cumin, garlic salt, black pepper and dried thyme to give it a classic peppery taste. Mix the rice with tomato sauce, diced jalapenos, diced green onions, fresh cilantro, red pepper, white pepper and celery salt for a fiery dish. Sprinkle the dish with shredded pepper jack and cheddar cheese for a sharp taste with a gooey texture. Combine brown rice, brown sugar, ground cinnamon and rum for a rich dessert with a whisper of spice.

Italian-Style Selections

• It takes more than tomatoes to give brown rice an Italian-style taste. Sprinkle brown rice with Italian vinaigrette salad dressing to give it a quick zip. Combine the rice with fresh parsley, fresh basil, minced garlic and diced tomatoes to give it a slightly sweet herbal flavor. Dust brown rice with minced sun-dried tomatoes, garlic powder, onion powder and celery salt for a tangy taste. Sprinkle the rice with grated Parmesan cheese and diced pine nuts to add a mellow, yet refined, background flavor.

Tropical Possibilities

• Seasoning brown rice with tropical fruits and nuts is one of the simplest ways to give the dish an exotic taste. Mix boiled brown rice with drained, crushed pineapple to give it a sweet twist. Combine rice, lime juice, lime zest, red pepper, lemon pepper and onion salt for a spicy tropical flavor. Dust the dish with toasted coconut flakes to accent the nutty rice flavor. Sprinkle the rice with diced dried mango, chopped macadamia nuts, orange juice and orange zest for a rich taste.