Red rice
4 servings
45 minutes
Red rice is a fragrant and rich dish of Chinese cuisine that surprises with its depth of flavor. Its history dates back to traditional village recipes where rice was infused with the richness of tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs. Frying the rice before cooking gives it a unique texture and nutty flavor, while tomato paste and chicken broth fill the dish with warmth and richness. After steeping, red rice achieves a harmonious balance of tomato sweetness and mild spice heat. It can be served as a standalone dish or paired with meat, poultry, or vegetables. Its fresh cilantro adds lightness and zest, making red rice an ideal choice for a cozy family dinner.
1
Chop the onion and garlic. Wash the tomatoes and cut them into cubes. Wash the cilantro and chop it finely.
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Cilantro: 4 stems
2
Heat half of the oil in a pot, add the rice, and sauté until it becomes transparent.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Rice: 400 g
3
Place onion, garlic, and tomatoes in a pot with rice, simmer for 4 minutes. Add tomato paste, pour in chicken broth, season with salt, reduce heat and cook covered until rice is done (20-30 minutes).
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken broth: 3 glasss
- Salt: to taste
4
Remove the pot from the heat, let it steep for an hour, and cool down. Add cilantro and mix.
- Cilantro: 4 stems
