One-Pot Spicy Vegetable Rice
This One-Pot Spicy Vegetable Rice is our go to favorite mid-week dinner. 3o minutes & one pot is all that is standing between you & a big bowl full of deliciously spiced, flavorful rice studded with sweet, soft veggies.
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
1 medium onion , chopped finely
3 medium carrots , chopped into small pieces
4 cloves garlic , chopped finely
2 large bell peppers , cut into large chunks, (red, yellow or orange are best in this)
1 cup frozen peas (or chopped green beans)
1 cup cherry tomatoes
2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes , or chili flakes, or a small fresh or dried chili chopped
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (you can sub this for chipotle powder)
1 slightly rounded cup uncooked rice , any kind but basmati works best
3 cups water
Instructions:
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat.
Saute the onions until translucent. If you do not wish to use oil then use can dry fry them or use a drop of water instead.
Add the carrots, garlic and bell peppers and continue cooking for a few minutes.
Add the rice, tomatoes, peas, spices, seasoning and water.
Stir really well and cook until the liquid starts to bubble.
Turn down low, cover with a lid and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed stirring occasionally.
Serve immediately.
