Rice with garlic and leeks in salsa sauce

4 servings

35 minutes

Rice with garlic and leek in salsa sauce is a harmony of simple ingredients and rich flavors. The dish combines fragrant basmati, the tenderness of butter, and the spiciness of garlic with the softness of leek. The salsa sauce, brought from Latin American cuisine, adds tomato freshness and a hint of heat, creating a vibrant flavor accent. The rice slowly simmers in chicken broth, absorbing its depth and spices – oregano, basil, and chili pepper. This dish is perfect as a standalone dinner or as a side to meat and vegetable dishes. It can be served with herbs or a light yogurt sauce. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible to everyone while the richness of flavors makes it unforgettable.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 376
• Proteins: 5.8g
• Fats: 23.3g
• Carbohydrates: 34.8g

Ingredients

• Basmati rice: 1 glass
• Butter: 110 g
• Chicken broth: 400 ml
• Leek: 1 head
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Salsa sauce: 1 g
• Salt: to taste
• Chili pepper: to taste
• Oregano: to taste
• Basil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Chop the leek and garlic. Sauté in butter until lightly browned.

   Required ingredients:

   • Leek: 1 head
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Butter: 110 g

2. Add broth and pour in the uncooked rice. Stir and simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken broth: 400 ml
   • Basmati rice: 1 glass

3. Add salsa sauce (you can use any tomato-based sauce if desired), season to taste, bring to a boil, stir, and let simmer on low heat with the lid on for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked. Stir the dish occasionally during this time.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salsa sauce: 1 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Chili pepper:  to taste
   • Oregano:  to taste
   • Basil:  to taste