Spiced Basmati Rice with Vegetables

Updated at: Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:00:57 GMT

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water to remove excess starch.

Step 2

Transfer it to a saucepan, add water to cover it by about 1 cm, cover with a lid, and cook over medium heat for 12 minutes until the water is absorbed and small craters form on the rice’s surface. Once done, set the rice aside to cool.

Step 3

While the rice cooks, remove the seeds and filaments from the bell peppers and cut them into medium-sized diamonds.

Step 4

Slice the onion, cut the carrots into small sticks, and chop the garlic and ginger finely

Step 5

Once the rice is cooked, transfer it to a baking dish to cool.

Step 6

Heat the peanut oil in a wok or high-conductivity pan. Add the garlic and ginger, and sauté over high heat for a few seconds. Then add the prepared vegetables and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the peas and blended canned tomatoes, mix well, season with salt, and stir in the turmeric, cumin, and chili powder. Cook for another minute, stirring often.

Step 7

Finally, add the cooled rice to the pan and sauté, stirring frequently, until it becomes dry and slightly crispy. Serve with a squeeze of lime juice for each portion.

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