Welcome to this ultimate guide on how to make Nando's spicy rice; the perfect companion to any Nando's meal. Don't let the name scare you away; this rice is flavorful and delicious without being too hot, and can easily be adjusted to your preferred level of spiciness.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoon chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
- Start by rinsing the rice with cold water until it runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for about 3-5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the turmeric, paprika, cumin, and coriander, and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add the chopped bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the rice and make sure all grains are coated in the spice mixture.
- Add the broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper, and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet or saucepan.
- Simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed by the rice.
- Remove the bay leaf and fluff the rice with a fork. If desired, garnish with chopped chives.
- Your Nando's spicy rice is now ready to be served as a delicious side dish to your favorite Nando's chicken.
Tips:
- If you don't have Basmati rice, you can use any long-grain white rice.
- For a spicier rice, add some diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- If you're not a fan of bell peppers, you can leave them out or substitute them with any other vegetable of your choice.
- If you want to give your rice an extra kick, add a tablespoon of Nando's PERi-PERi sauce when you add the broth.
- This recipe makes about 4 servings, but you can easily double or triple it for larger gatherings.
In Conclusion
Now that you know how to make Nando's spicy rice, why not try it as a side dish with our spicy PERi-PERi chicken or any other meal of your choice. It's a delicious, easy-to-make recipe that's perfect for any occasion, and is sure to impress your friends and family. So go ahead and give it a try, and let us know what you think!