spicy rice

Directions

1. Finely chop the onion, slice the red bell pepper, and grate the ginger. ≈ 8 min
2. Heat the oil in a pan and add the onion, red pepper, and ginger. Cook over low heat. ⏱ ≈ 40 min
3. Add the seasonings and cook over low heat for a few minutes. ⏱ ≈ 40 min
4. Cook the rice and drain it (using a sieve or colander). ⏱ ≈ 18 min
5. Chop the tomatoes into pieces, and remove the seeds if desired. ≈ 8 min
6. Add the tomato and rice to the pan and cook for a few minutes. ⏱ ≈ 18 min
7. Add 4 dl of water. ≈ 3 min
8. The rice should be lightly covered with water; if necessary, add more water. ≈ 3 min
9. Close the pot and bring to a boil. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
10. Then, reduce the heat to low. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
11. Let the dish simmer for about 15 minutes (the uncooked brown rice should simmer for at least 45 minutes). ⏱ 15 min
12. Check if the rice is cooked. ≈ 3 min
13. If this is not the case, continue cooking for a few more minutes and check if there is still enough water in the pot (a small amount is sufficient now). ⏱ ≈ 10 min