Easy Tomato Rice Recipe| old fashioned tomato sauce simple but delicious | mali cooking

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: regular rice

Quinoa is a healthier grain option, while regular rice is more economical.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato puree

Canned tomatoes are convenient and can be less expensive than fresh, while puree offers a rich flavor.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 20-30 minutes, then drain.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds; cook until they splutter.

Stir in chopped onions; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Mix in chopped tomatoes, turmeric, coriander powder, and salt; cook until tomatoes soften, about 5-7 minutes.

Add drained rice to the pot; gently stir to combine with the tomato mixture.

Pour in water and bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to low.

Simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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