Delicious Greek Tomato Rice: Your Easy Comfort Dish

Savor the flavors of Greek Tomato Rice, a vegan and gluten-free dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Greek

Calories: 230

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice Base

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and flavor; can substitute with any neutral oil.
1 small Onion Provides sweetness and depth; yellow or red onions work well.
2 cloves Garlic Imparts aromatic flavor; fresh is best; can use garlic powder in a pinch.
300 grams Long-Grain Parboiled Rice The main structure; maintains texture; can substitute with jasmine rice but adjust liquid accordingly.

For the Sauce

5-6 whole Allspice Adds warmth; can substitute with nutmeg.
5-6 whole Cloves Contributes a warm, sweet taste; can be replaced with cinnamon.
2 leaves Bay Leaves Infuses flavor during cooking; remove before serving.
2 tablespoons Double-Concentrated Tomato Paste A base for the sauce; increases tomato richness; regular tomato paste can be used.
1 small Ripe Tomato Provides fresh sweetness; substitute with canned tomatoes.
½ teaspoon Sugar Balances acidity; optional depending on tomato sweetness.
1200 ml Water or Vegetable Stock Cooking liquid; homemade stock enhances flavor.

Equipment

Oven
Medium pot
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) to ensure even cooking.
Sauté the Aromatics: In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Spice It Up: Add allspice, cloves, and bay leaves to the pot. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, then add tomato paste and grated tomato, mixing well.
Prepare the Sauce: Pour in water or vegetable stock and add sugar. Season to taste and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
Combine with Rice: In a baking dish, spread the raw rice and pour the sauce over it, ensuring the rice is fully covered.
Bake the Dish: Bake in the oven for approximately 30 minutes, checking and stirring occasionally until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 0.9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow leftovers to cool completely before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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