Peppery Onion Rice

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

3. 3

   While the rice is cooking, slice the onions and hot peppers thinly.

4. 4

   In a large pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent.

5. 5

   Add the sliced hot peppers to the onions and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Dice the tomato and add it to the pan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add it to the pan with the onion and pepper mixture.

8. 8

   Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the rice and mix everything well.

9. 9

   Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.