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Bourani: Greek Rice Pilaf with Bell Peppers & Tomato from Volos

Gluten Free, Greek Classics, Sides, Vegan, Vegetarian

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This is a delicious rice pilaf that is full of fresh flavor. Red bell peppers are commonly used but feel free to use whatever you have on hand. Serve this rice as a vegetarian main course along with a salad and tzatziki or serve it as the perfect side to roasted chicken or fish.

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Bourani: Greek Rice Pilaf with Bell Peppers & Tomatoes

Bourani: Greek Rice Pilaf with Bell Peppers & Tomatoes

Yield: 5-6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Basmati rice
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • 1 cup of diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups of water or broth
  • 1-2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • garnish: lemon wedges

Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water 3-4 times until the water runs clear. Let it soak in a bowl for 15 minutes.

Cook onions and olive oil over medium heat until golden.

Add the bell peppers and cook 3-4 minutes.

Add the garlic and warm through.

Add the tomatoes and oregano.

Drain the rice and add it to the pot along with the salt, pepper, and 2 cups of water.

Bring it to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot with the lid and simmer for 15 minutes.

Add the parsley and fluff the rice.

Serve with lemon wedges.

© Dimitra Khan
Cuisine: Greek/Mediterranean / Category: Vegan

September 30, 2020 · 1 Comment

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  1. Stathis says

    November 1, 2020 at 3:33 pm

    I found the youtube channel by accident, but I am pleased I did. While the receipes are exactly the same as my parents made, both were from Volos, it pleases me that the Greek cooking traditions continue and are shared with others.

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