Directions:
- Wash the rice thoroughly under cold running water until water runs clear; let drain in sieve for 10 minutes. (I have often skipped or skimped on this step, and the result is a “stickier” rice, which we kind of prefer, but whatever works best for you.).
- In the meantime, grill the tomatoes, onion, pepper, and garlic on a grill or gas flame, or dry-fry in a large cast iron skillet. If grilling or cooking over gas flame, use tongs to turn the vegetables frequently so that all surfaces are exposed to the heat. If using a skillet, place all the vegetables in HOT skillet and turn with tongs to scorch all sides until blackened. (I prefer to blacken in a cast iron skillet.).
- Transfer vegetables to food processor or blender; process until it becomes a smooth puree. Transfer to a large measuring cup; you should have about 2 cups of puree. If you have less than 2 cups, add additional water or stock to make it 2 cups; set aside.*
- Heat oil over high heat in a heavy medium pot with a tight-fitting lid; lower the heat to medium-high and add rice. Stir well to coat rice with oil, then cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is a light golden brown, 10-12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the stock or water in a pot; bring to a boil and reduce heat to maintain a bare simmer.
- When the rice is golden, add the vegetable puree and stir as it comes to a boil. Add the hot stock or water and stir gently as the mixture comes to a vigorous boil. Let boil for 4-5 minutes, stirring gently once or twice, then add salt and optional carrot or corn; stir well, cover, and lower heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes; remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 15-20 minutes.
- Use a wooden spoon to stir of turn the rice, then transfer to a platter, and serve, garnished if you wish. Serves 4 as a main dish or 6 as a side dish.
- *I often double the vegetable puree part and set aside half to use as a salsa, I just don’t process it as smoothly, instead I keep it just slightly chunkier. It makes a DIVINE homemade salsa!
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 360.69 Kcal (1510 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 78.06 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 8.67g | 13% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 3.6mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 959.18mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 402.3mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbs | 61.77g | 21% | |
| Sugars | 5.57g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.07g | 8% | |
| Protein | 9.17g | 18% | |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 20% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 26.5mg | 3% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 125.53 Kcal (526 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 27.17 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 3.02g | 13% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 1.25mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 333.82mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 140.01mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbs | 21.5g | 21% | |
| Sugars | 1.94g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.72g | 8% | |
| Protein | 3.19g | 18% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.2mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 9.2mg | 3% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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