Hey y’all! Today I got a recipe that’s gonna blow your taste buds straight outta your mouth! It’s a recipe for some delicious Griechischer Tomatenreis, and it’s gonna be just perfect for that Sunday night dinner with the fam.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of white rice
- 3 cups of water
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
Instructions:
- Rinse the rice in a strainer until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, sauté the onions and peppers in olive oil until onions are translucent and peppers are soft. Add garlic and stir for 1 minute.
- Add in the rice and stir until it is coated with the oil mixture.
- Add in the can of diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Stir everything well.
- Add in the water and bring everything to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture cook, covered, for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked through.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
How to Prepare:
Preparing this tomatey, savory, Greek-style rice dish is easy-peasy. Just gather all your ingredients and set aside, rinse the rice until the water runs clear, sauté the onions and peppers in olive oil until soft, add in minced garlic, then stir in rice until evenly coated with the oil mixture. Finally add in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, salt, oregano, and black pepper, along with the water. Bring everything to a boil, then let it cook on low heat, covered, for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through. And voila! Griechischer Tomatenreis is ready to be devoured.
Preparation Time:
Cooking up this yummy dish will take around 30 minutes, give or take, depending on how quick you are in the kitchen.
Servings:
This recipe serves up to 4 people, so invite your loved ones over to share the good vibes and delicious food.
Nutrition Facts:
Although this meal is tasty, it comes with a relatively low caloric count, so you don’t have to worry about putting on a few extra pounds. Check out the nutritional break down below:
Per Serving
- Calories: 322
- Carbs: 53g
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Sodium: 727mg
- Sugar: 5g
Tips:
For an extra layer of flavor, you can add some chopped Kalamata olives and feta cheese on top of the rice before serving. If you don’t have canned tomatoes on hand, you can substitute them with fresh ones; just make sure you chop them up finely. You can also adjust the salt and spice levels to suit your taste.
FAQs:
Q: Can I use brown rice instead of white rice?
A: Sure! Just keep in mind that the cooking time will be longer.
Q: Can I use chicken broth instead of water?
A: Of course! It will add some extra flavor to the dish.
Q: Can I use frozen peppers and onions instead of fresh ones?
A: Yes, you can. Just make sure they thaw completely before using them, and adjust the cooking time.
So there you have it, folks - a tasty, satisfying recipe for Griechischer Tomatenreis. It’s quick and easy to make, and it’s perfect for when you’re in the mood for something different yet comforting. Give it a try, and let me know how you and your loved ones enjoyed it!
