Made with AI
Spicy Tomato Rice Pilaf
40 min 390 kcal per serving Medium
Ingredients
4 Servings
- basmati rice2 cups
- vegetable broth4 cups
- olive oil2 tablespoons
- onion1 medium
- garlic2 cloves
- cumin seeds1 teaspoon
- red chili powder1 teaspoon
- tomatoes2 medium
- frozen peas1 cup
- saltto taste
- fresh cilantrofor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cumin seeds to the pot, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in the red chili powder and chopped tomatoes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes start to soften.
- 5
Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir well to coat the rice with the tomato mixture.
- 6
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- 7
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the peas are heated through.
- 8
Season with salt to taste.
- 9
