INDIAN TOMATO RICE

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This yummy South Indian dish is a common staple in an Indian household. It is also called 'tomato bath' and is often served alone for breakfast or even a light lunch or supper. It is a favorite of kids (think mac and cheese). Serve with hard-boiled eggs.

Provided by rphel685

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 onions, diced
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chile powder
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
2 cups diced tomatoes
2 ¼ cups basmati rice
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onions until golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Add salt, garlic, chile powder, ginger, and turmeric; stir to coat. Mix tomatoes into onion mixture; cook and stir until tomatoes begin to break down, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir rice into onion-tomato mixture and pour in water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.7 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 591.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

Alivia Rivera
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Gavin Smish
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This is a delicious and easy recipe. I love the addition of the tomatoes and spices. It's a great way to change up your usual rice dish.


Masum Gazi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice and it's also a very affordable meal.


Kaden Treibley
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy meals that my family will enjoy, and this one fits the bill perfectly.


Morgan Wentz
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I'm not a big fan of tomatoes, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The flavors are well-balanced and the rice is cooked perfectly.


YBA Films
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.


Mahmoudali Shehk
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the tomatoes added a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


Prabin Tamang
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This is one of my favorite rice dishes. It's so flavorful and versatile. I love serving it with chicken, fish, or vegetables.


Omo Aje
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and quick to make, and the results are always delicious.


Steven Novack
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This tomato rice is delicious! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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