Description
Malaysian Tomato Rice is a flavorful dish made with rice cooked in a tangy tomato base, infused with spices like cumin and cinnamon, and served with aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook until the onions become translucent.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, and chili powder. Cook until the tomatoes soften and the mixture becomes thick.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pan and stir to coat it in the tomato mixture.
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water, add salt to taste, and bring it to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of chili powder.
- Serve with a side of raita or a cucumber salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Malaysian Tomato Rice, rice, vegetarian, tomato, spices, basmati rice, Indian cuisine