Classic Red Rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Classic Red Rice
45 min.
6
217kcal

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If you're in the mood for a vibrant, flavorful side dish that captivates the senses, look no further than this Classic Red Rice recipe. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh corn, peas, and the zesty kick of serrano chiles, this delightful dish is not just visually stunning but also a health-conscious choice for any meal. Whether served alongside your favorite protein or as part of a hearty vegetarian spread, it’s sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

This recipe is incredibly versatile, appealing to a range of dietary preferences as it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With only a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious dish that packs a punch. The use of whole tomatoes blended into a smooth puree forms the perfect base, while the addition of fresh vegetables lends a lovely texture and burst of flavor, making this dish as nutritious as it is delicious.

In just 45 minutes, you can bring a taste of culinary tradition to your kitchen with this Classic Red Rice. Perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy meal at home, this dish is a celebration of comfort food meets healthy eating. So, grab your saucepan and get ready to create a meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 14.5 ounce frangelico whole peeled drained canned
  • medium carrots peeled cut into 1/3-inch pieces
  •  cilantro leaves fresh with kitchen twine
  • 0.3 cup ears corn fresh frozen
  • 0.3 cup corn oil 
  • small garlic clove peeled
  • 0.3 cup peas fresh frozen shelled
  • teaspoon salt 
  •  serrano chiles halved lengthwise
  • cup water hot
  • tablespoons onion white chopped
  • cup rice medium-grain white

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Puree tomatoes, onion, and garlic in blender until smooth.
  2. Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. Add rice; stir until rice is pale golden, about 1 minute. Stir in tomato puree, then 1 cup hot water, carrot, peas, corn, cilantro sprigs, chiles, and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 12 minutes. Uncover and cook until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes longer.
  4. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Discard cilantro and chiles. Fluff rice with fork.

Nutrition Facts

Calories217kcal
Protein5.86%
Fat40.26%
Carbs53.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.23
Glycemic Load
15.67
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
6.92173915324%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.26kcal
10.86%
Fat:9.73g
14.97%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.28%
Carbohydrates:29.3g
9.77%
Net Carbohydrates:27.76g
10.09%
Sugar:1.8g
2%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:401.21mg
17.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.19g
6.38%
Vitamin A:1929.02IU
38.58%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.63%
Vitamin K:13.81µg
13.15%
Vitamin E:1.57mg
10.45%
Vitamin C:6.49mg
7.87%
Selenium:5.05µg
7.22%
Fiber:1.54g
6.17%
Phosphorus:59.63mg
5.96%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.86%
Copper:0.11mg
5.48%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.85%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.6%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.34%
Magnesium:16.68mg
4.17%
Potassium:137.31mg
3.92%
Folate:15.7µg
3.92%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.58%
Iron:0.52mg
2.89%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.55%
Calcium:20.11mg
2.01%
Source:Epicurious