Aromatic Tomato-Cumin Basmati Rice (vegan friendly)

A fragrant, lightly spiced basmati rice made with softened onions, cumin and tomato

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1) To make the rice, rinse the basmati thoroughly and drain well. Dissolve the stock powder in 240 ml boiling water.

Step 2

2) Heat 1 tbsp oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cumin seeds. Cook for 6–8 minutes, until the onion has softened.

Step 3

3) Add the tomato paste and optional paprika or pepper paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring regularly.

Step 4

4) Add the drained rice and stir for 1–2 minutes, coating the grains in the onion and paste mixture.

Step 5

5) Pour in the hot stock and bring to a gentle boil. Cover tightly, reduce the heat to its lowest setting and cook for approximately 10 minutes without lifting the lid.

Step 6

6) Turn off the heat and leave the rice covered for another 10 minutes. Fluff gently and serve with the eggplant and cabbage sauté.