When my husband and I are in the mood for something quick and delicious, this Zesty Masala Rice is on top of our list. I’m a sucker for vegetables and rice so whats better than spicing it up a bit? It’s a quick dish that will leave your tastebuds crying out for more. Try it out for yourselves and see what I’m talking about!
Zesty Masala Rice
Ingredients
- 5 tsp Vegetable Oil or Ghee You can use any oil of your choice
- 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
- 1 Medium Onion Finely Chopped
- 1 Cup Frozen Vegetable Mix
- 1 cup Frozen Channa OPTIONAL
- 1 Medium Sized Potato Cubed
- 2 tsp Salt ADJUST ACCORDING TO YOUR TASTE
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
- 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garam Masala
- 2 Cups Uncooked Basmati Rice I used Tilda Brand
Instructions
Preparing the Rice
- Wash the Tilda Pure Basmati Rice till the water runs clear.
- Soak the Basmati Rice for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Set aside.
Preparing the Tadka
- Place oil/ghee in a deep pan/dutch oven and heat over medium heat.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add in the cumin seeds, let them cook for 10 seconds.
- Add in the onions and let them brown for about 5-7 minutes. You are looking for the sides of the onion to brown a bit not burn.
- Add in the mixed vegetables and potato and saute for 5 minutes.
- Add salt, chili, turmeric powder and garam masala. Keep stirring and let the mixture cook for 5-7 minutes.
Bringing the Dish Together
- After the mixture had been cooking for 5-7 minutes add in your rice that has been soaking along with 4 cups of water.
- Let the rice come to a rolling boil on medium heat. Once it does, turn down the heat to medium and cover the pot.
- Let the rice cook for 10 minutes. The cooking time may vary on different cooktops so be sure to keep an eye out.
- Once the rice has cooked. Taste the rice. If you feel the rice may need salt please add it at this time. STIR ONCE and keep it covered for another 5 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Notes
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This looks so yummy!
This looks delicious. I love rice and am always looking for new rice recipes.
Love all kinds of rice dish. This one looks so easy to make
Look great! My husband loves Indian dishes. We go out for it all of the time. I wonder if this would come out right if I give it a try. lol
I’m sure it will! Hope you enjoy it!
I love Marsala – and I love rice!! This recipe is clear and concise, putting all ingredients together to make a harmonious and yummy recipe. =). Thanks for sharing it!!