Skip to content Skip to sidebar Skip to footer
Home / recipe / rice / simple / spicy

Simple Spicy Rice Recipe

Post a Comment
Table of Contents [Show]

EASY FRIED RICE RECIPE (INDIAN STYLE) Spicy Indian Style Fried Rice —
EASY FRIED RICE RECIPE (INDIAN STYLE) Spicy Indian Style Fried Rice — from www.spiceindiaonline.com

Description

If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's packed with flavor, this simple spicy rice recipe is perfect for you. It's a one-pot wonder that's easy to make and can be customized to fit your taste preferences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal, only requiring about 10 minutes to chop the vegetables and measure out the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of long-grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • A large saucepan or Dutch oven
  • A wooden spoon or spatula
  • A measuring cup and spoons
  • A cutting board and knife

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the rice until it's coated in the spice mixture.
  5. Add the chicken or vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
  7. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and let the rice sit for 5 minutes, covered.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

This simple spicy rice recipe can be customized to your liking by adding additional vegetables or spices. You can also make it vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 4 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 214
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 630mg
  • Potassium: 228mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Vitamin A: 1527IU
  • Vitamin C: 50mg
  • Calcium: 29mg
  • Iron: 1mg

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even easier, you can use pre-chopped vegetables from the grocery store. You can also substitute brown rice for the white rice, but you may need to adjust the cooking time and liquid amounts accordingly. If you prefer your rice less spicy, you can reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or omit it altogether. This recipe also makes great leftovers and can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little additional broth or water.

Post a Comment for "Simple Spicy Rice Recipe"