Sweet Bell Pepper Rice

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Sweet Bell Pepper Rice
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 18, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the bell peppers and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until they are tender.
  4. Stir in the cumin, coriander, chili powder, and turmeric and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the rice and stir to coat in the spices.
  6. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  8. Remove from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Bell peppers are a great source of vitamins A and C.
  • The spices used in this dish are all common in Asian cuisine.
  • This dish can be served as a side or main dish.