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Peri Peri Spiced Rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the aromatic heat of Peri Peri spices with the comforting texture of rice. Infused with a blend of chili, garlic, paprika, and lemon, this dish offers a zesty and spicy kick, making it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats or vegetables.
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Its vivid color and rich taste make it a standout side dish, bringing a touch of culinary excitement to any meal. Ideal for those who enjoy bold flavors.
Peri Peri Rice
Ingredients
For Rice
- 1 spring onion (use green for garnish)
- ½ stick celery
- ½ red bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ cup rice
- 1 small tomato
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Sunflower oil for frying
- Enough water to cover rice (see video)
- Add any other aromatic vegetables of your choice (if you like) this is just the basic recipe.
For Yogurt
- ½ cup coconut yogurt
- ½ lemon zest & juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For peri peri seasoning
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp ground chilli powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp MSG (Optional)
Instructions
For Rice
- Slice spring onion and save the green part for garnish.
- Chop celery and peppers, mince garlic
- Chop tomato and set aside
- Heat sunflower oil to medium in pan
- Add the vegetables and garlic and sauté till brown
- Add the rice and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook till it just start catching the bottom of the pan.
- Season well with peri peri seasoning (see recipe)
- Add tomato and cook for 1 minute.
- Now pour in enough water to just cover
- the rice - (please see video).
- Bring just to the boil and turn heat down low.
- Cover pan with a lid and cook till all water has evaporated!
- Switch off heat and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- “DO NOT STIR THE RICE. WE WANT IT TO FORM A DELICIOUS CRUST AT THE BOTTOM”
For Yogurt
- Mix all ingredients
For peri peri spice
- Mix all ingredients
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