Spicy rice has been a favorite dish for many people around the world. The aroma of the spices and the flavors of the ingredients create a delicious and satisfying meal. Making spicy rice is not a complex task, and with just a few steps, you can prepare a mouthwatering dish in no time.
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Ingredients Required
- Rice: 1 cup (long-grain rice is preferable)
- Onion: 1 large, finely chopped
- Tomato: 1 large, chopped
- Cloves of garlic: 5-6
- Ginger: 1-inch piece, finely chopped
- Green chilies: 2-3, finely chopped (optional)
- Spices: cumin seeds, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt
- Oil: 2-3 tablespoons (you can use any oil you like)
- Water: 2 cups
- Cilantro: for garnishing (optional)
Directions to Make Spicy Rice
Step 1: Preparing the Rice
- Soak 1 cup of rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain the excess water.
- Heat a pot or saucepan over medium heat and add 2-3 cups of water.
- Once the water comes to a boil, add the soaked rice and a pinch of salt.
- Cook the rice for 10-12 minutes or until it is fully cooked.
- Turn off the heat and strain the rice. Keep it aside.
Step 2: Preparing the Spices
- In the same pot or saucepan, heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
- Add a teaspoon of cumin seeds, a bay leaf, a cinnamon stick, 2-3 cardamom pods, and a few cloves to the oil.
- Once the spices start to sizzle, add the chopped onion to the pot.
- Sauté the onion until it turns golden brown, then add 5-6 cloves of minced garlic and a tablespoon of finely chopped ginger.
- You can also add 2-3 chopped green chilies if you prefer your rice to be spicier.
- Sauté the mixture for a minute and add a chopped tomato to the pot.
- Add a teaspoon of coriander powder, a teaspoon of turmeric powder, a teaspoon of red chili powder, and a pinch of salt to the mixture.
- Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the spices combine well with the onion mixture.
Step 3: Combining the Rice with the Spices
- Add the cooked rice to the onion-tomato-spice mixture.
- Mix the rice and spices gently until they are well combined.
- Lower the heat and cover the pot or saucepan with a lid. Let the rice cook for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
- Check the rice to make sure it is heated through and the flavors are combined.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.
There you have it, an easy and delicious spicy rice recipe that will impress your family and friends. You can tweak the spices and the heat level according to your preference, making it an ideal dish for everyone. We hope you enjoy this recipe!
