TOMATO RICE WITH BASIL

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Quick and simple, this is nice with any fried meat or fish. Serve something green like salad, green beans or peas alongside for a nice contrast of colors. NOTE: Edited version for improved rice-water-ratio.

Provided by Inge 1505

Categories     White Rice

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup long-grain rice
1 cup diced tomato (fresh or canned)
1 cup hot water (3/4 cup if using canned tomatoes)
1 -2 garlic clove, cut into thin slices
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (use 1 t dried basil alternatively)
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil, fry garlic until fragant but don't let it brown; Add tomates, stir until hot.
  • Add rice, basil, salt,(sugar, red pepper) and water; Bring to a boil, reduce heat to minimum and cook covered until done, 18-20 minutes.
  • Add black pepper and a little more fresh chopped basil if you like and serve garnished with some basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.8, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 1162.8, Carbohydrate 83, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5, Protein 7.8

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