Tomato Spiced Rice – Indian Style
Summary
- This recipe demonstrates how to prepare a flavorful Indian-style tomato spiced rice. It involves tempering spices and aromatics, cooking down fresh tomatoes with powdered spices, and then gently mixing this base with cooked Basmati rice and fresh herbs for a vibrant and delicious meal.
All Ingredients - For the Spice Base
- Cooking oil 2 tbsp
- Mustard seeds 1 tsp
- Fennel seeds 1 tsp
- Garlic, chopped 1 tbsp
- Curry leaves 1 sprig
- Red onion, sliced 1 medium
- Tomatoes, chopped 2 medium
- Coriander powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
- Salt To taste
All Ingredients - For the Rice
- Cooked Basmati rice 2 cups
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped 2 tbsp
- Ghee or melted butter 1 tbsp
Tools You'll Need
- Wok
- Pan
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
No Butter?
- 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
- Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
- Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Temper Spices
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a wok or large pan. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds.
Step 2: Sauté Aromatics
Add 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic and 1 sprig of curry leaves to the pan. for about until fragrant.
Step 3: Cook Onions and Tomatoes
Add 1 medium sliced red onion to the pan and until it turns translucent. Then, add 2 medium chopped tomatoes, 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, and salt to taste. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Step 4: Simmer the Base
Cover the pan with a lid and let the mixture cook for on medium-low heat, allowing the tomatoes to soften and become mushy, and the spices to meld.
Step 5: Combine with Rice
Remove the lid and stir the cooked tomato base. Add 2 cups of cooked Basmati rice, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh coriander leaves, and 1 tablespoon of ghee or melted butter to the pan. Gently mix everything together until the rice is evenly coated with the spiced tomato mixture.
Step 6: Serve
Continue to gently mix for another until the rice is thoroughly combined and heated through. Serve the tomato spiced rice hot.
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