Spiced Rice Medley

Spiced Rice Medley is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines aromatic spices with colorful vegetables, creating a delightful harmony of taste and texture. This Kosher American rice dish is perfect as a side or a light main course.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 1 cup (200g)
• Vegetable broth - 1.5 cups (360ml)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Peas - 1/2 cup (75g), frozen or fresh
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon (2g)
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon (2g)
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon (1g)
• Turmeric - 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak in water for 15 minutes.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and carrot. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4. Add the drained rice to the saucepan and stir to coat in the oil and vegetables, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
7. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the peas to the rice and cover again to heat through.
8. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 335
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 61 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.36 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from spices, which may help reduce inflammation.

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