Red Rice

Red rice gets its vibrant color from anthocyanins, which are natural pigments found in the outer layer of the rice grain. These pigments also have antioxidant properties.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Red Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Asian, Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Red rice
• 4 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the red rice thoroughly.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the red rice. Cook for 20 minutes or until tender.
3. In a separate pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
4. Add the red bell pepper, carrot, and frozen peas. Cook for 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
6. Add the cooked red rice to the pan and mix well.
7. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
8. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and lime juice.
9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 220kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.