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Rice With Peppers

This Rice With Peppers is a vibrant, flavorful side dish that’s easy to make and packed with nutrition!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • to taste salt
  • to taste Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing the long-grain rice under cold water. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy as it cooks. Drain well after rinsing.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent. Then, add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the chopped red and green bell peppers. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes until they soften slightly.
  4. Sprinkle in the dried oregano, basil, black pepper, cumin, and coriander. Mix well to combine all the spices with the sautéed vegetables, allowing the flavors to meld together for about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains in the flavorful mixture. Pour in the 2 cups of water and season with salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
  6. Once the rice is done cooking, remove the saucepan from the heat. Let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Rinse the rice to prevent it from becoming sticky.
  • Use the correct water-to-rice ratio for fluffy rice.
  • Allow the rice to rest after cooking for the best texture.