Greek Tomato Rice (Ntomatorizo) Vegan, Gluten & Dairy-Free
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3.7
Greek Tomato Rice (Ntomatorizo) Vegan, Gluten & Dairy-Free
Description
The recipe for Greek Tomato Rice calls for sautéing onion and garlic with whole spices including allspice, cloves, and bay leaves to build fragrant layers, then stirring in double-concentrated tomato paste and grated fresh tomato. After adding water or vegetable stock along with sugar, salt, and pepper, the tomato broth is poured over parboiled long-grain rice in a baking dish. Baking allows the rice to cook evenly while absorbing the flavors, developing a soft but separate grain texture.
The use of oven baking rather than stovetop simmering enhances the controlled cooking process and prevents rice from sticking while blending flavors thoroughly. The warm aromatic spices provide depth without overwhelming the tomato base, making the dish balanced and subtle in flavor. It pairs well with a variety of main dishes or can be enjoyed on its own for a simple, satisfying vegan meal.
Ingredients
- olive oil
- 1 small onion minced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 5-6 pieces allspice
- 5-6 pieces cloves
- 2 small bay leaf
- 2 loaded tablespoons tomato paste double-concentrated
- 1 small tomato grated, ripe
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- 1200 ml water check out my easy homemade vegetable stock, or vegetable stock
- 300 grams / 10.6 oz long-grain parboiled rice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C / 392°F.
- In a medium-sized cooking pot heat a good splash of olive oil.
- Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Stir in the spices, tomato paste, and grated tomato.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring constantly.
- Pour in the water or vegetable stock and add the sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes more. Then turn off the heat.
- In a baking dish, about 33x22cm/13x9-inch add the rice and pour the tomato sauce on top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until the rice is cooked and absorbs all the water. Stir rice every now and then. NOTE: As the temperature for each stove may differ, it may need 5 minutes more or less baking. For this same reason taste the rice and add a little bit more water if needed.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 64g | 21% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 19mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 194mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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3.7
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