Tamatar Bhat (Tomato Pilaf)

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Aromatic Indian-style tomato rice pilaf with earthy spices and tender grains
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Tamatar Bhat (Tomato Pilaf)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 139.3

Description

This comforting Tamatar Bhat is a vibrant Indian-inspired rice dish that transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful meal. The base of fluffy basmati rice is gently simmered in a rich, reduced sauce of pureed ripe tomatoes, aromatic coriander, and caramelized onions. The result is a dish with a deep, savory tomato flavor and a slightly tangy finish, accented by the warmth of ground spices. It serves as an excellent side dish to complement curries or stands alone as a light vegetarian main. The texture is moist but not soupy, with each grain coated in the fragrant sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck contributions, this recipe is vegan-friendly and easy to prepare with pantry staples.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until light brown and softened, about 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the ground coriander and let it sizzle for 25 to 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the pureed tomatoes and 1/2 cup of water. Mix well to combine.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the mixture reduces to a thick, pulpy sauce.
  6. Stir in the cooked rice, 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  7. Gently fold the rice into the tomato sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Add 3 tablespoons sweet butter (or a vegan substitute) and fold to coat the rice evenly.
  9. Cover the skillet tightly and steam the rice over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce is fully absorbed.
  10. Turn off the heat. Fluff the rice gently with a fork and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 139.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.9g19%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 7.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 8.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g12%
Sugars 4.2g
Protein 1.7g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tomato pilaf, tamatar bhat, indian rice, vegetarian, vegan, basmati, coriander, onion, side dish, easy dinner, tomato rice, spiced rice, plant-based, comfort food, healthy, weeknight meal, aromatic, savory, gluten-free
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