Quick Curried Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Vegetables & Oil
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 red bell pepper, chopped (or substitute with spicier peppers for more heat)
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1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
→ Aromatics & Spices
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1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
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1 tablespoon yellow curry powder
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric
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1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon garam masala (or adjust to your preference)
→ Rice & Liquid
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1 cup long-grain rice (basmati or Thai jasmine work beautifully)
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2 1/2 cups vegetable broth (chicken stock or plain water also work)
→ Garnish & Finishing Touches
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Red pepper flakes for sprinkling
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Fresh parsley, finely chopped
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Fresh lemon wedges for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Warm the vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers slightly.
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Toss in the diced onion, chopped bell pepper, and carrot pieces. Let them cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften and become fragrant.
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Stir in the ginger-garlic paste along with all the spices - curry powder, coriander, paprika, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, plus a good pinch of salt and pepper. Cook everything together for about a minute until the kitchen fills with amazing aromas.
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Pour in the rice and vegetable stock, giving everything a good stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover with a tight-fitting lid and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the rice has soaked up most of the liquid and feels tender when you taste it.
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Take the pan off the heat and use a fork to gently fluff the rice. Sprinkle over the garam masala, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.
# Notes:
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This versatile dish works wonderfully as either a satisfying main course or a flavorful side dish alongside your favorite proteins.
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If your rice isn't quite tender enough after 15 minutes, simply add a splash more liquid and continue simmering until it reaches your desired texture.
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Feel free to customize the heat level by swapping the red bell pepper for jalapeños or serranos if you prefer more spice.