Vegetarian Masala Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Basmati rice
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 2 medium, diced Tomatoes
• 2 small, diced Potatoes
• 8 ounces, sliced Mushrooms
• 1 large, diced Bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2.75 cups Water
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse rice in cold water until clear. Soak for 15 minutes, then drain.
2. 2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; fry until fragrant (30 seconds).
3. 3. Add onions. Sauté until soft and golden, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook 1 minute.
4. 4. Add potatoes. Cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms and bell peppers; cook 3 more minutes.
5. 5. Add tomatoes, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes soften, 4 minutes.
6. 6. Add drained rice. Stir gently to coat with spices. Pour in water; bring to a boil.
7. 7. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 15 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
8. 8. Remove from heat. Let rest, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff with fork. Garnish with cilantro if desired.

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