Sun-dried Tomato Rice
This is a very easy recipe that tastes great when you are in the mood for a tangy dish that is simple as well as tasty and healthy.
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Sun-dried Tomato Rice
Print recipe| Serves | 2 - 4 |
| Cook time | 15 minutes |
| Dietary | Diabetic, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian |
| Meal type | Lunch, Main Dish |
| Misc | Serve Hot |
| Region | Indian |
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati Rice (Cooked according to Recipes on this website)
- 1 - 2 cup Sun-dried or Oven-dried Tomatoes (julienne cut)
- 1 cup Small Cherry Tomatoes used for salad
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (spice)
- 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (spice)
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric (color and flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (taste)
- 4 - 6 tablespoons Olive, Avocado or Sesame Oil
Optional
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (finely chopped - color, flavor and taste)
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Add 4 tablespoons oil to a non-stick, medium sized, slightly deep fry pan and place it on medium heat. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Add sun-dried tomatoes and spices. Mix with a flat spatula. Cook for 3 minutes. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Add the cherry tomatoes and salt. Stir fry for two more minutes or until tomatoes are glazed or slightly fried but still unbroken. | |
| Step 4 | |
| Add the cooked basmati rice to the mixture. Add turmeric. Mix gently but thoroughly without mashing the contents. | |
| Step 5 | |
| Serve hot with steamed or stir-fried vegetables and Raita or cottage cheese on the side. | |
