RICE WITH PEAS AND CILANTRO

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Steeped in aromatics and studded with peas, this grain-and-veggie combo is more substantial than a typical side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup fresh cilantro, stems reserved
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup long-grain rice
1 1/2 cups water
1 pound fresh peas, shelled (1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Tie together reserved cilantro stems with kitchen twine.Heat oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Cookonion and garlic, stirring occasionally, until tender, about8 minutes. Add chili powder, and season with salt andpepper; cook for 1 minute. Add rice, and stir to coat. Addcilantro-stem bundle and the water; bring to a boil.Reduce heat to low, and gently simmer, covered, until wateris absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, and add peas (do not mix). Cover, andlet stand for 10 minutes. Discard cilantro-stem bundle.Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cilantro leaves.

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