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.
Ingredients
- 1/3 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
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
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 (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 398 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat13g | 17% |
Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
Sodium591mg | 26% |
Total Carbohydrate65g | 24% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 9% |
Total Sugars5g | |
Protein7g | |
Vitamin C14mg | 68% |
Calcium33mg | 3% |
Iron1mg | 4% |
Potassium262mg | 6% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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