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One Pot Knockoff Nando's Spicy Peri Peri Rice

This one pot knockoff Nando's spicy peri peri rice is tasty and packs a punch - perfect alongside peri peri chicken, vegan or vegetarian meals, as a side dish with a spicy twist. Peri Peri rice is the perfect side to chicken, fish, lamb, beef, and makes a fabulous addition to wraps, salads, casseroles, burritos and more! 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Portugese
Keyword: best rice pilaf, best rice recipe, easy side dish, gluten free, spicy, spicy rice
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Courtney O'Dell

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion diced very finely
  • 1 large bell pepper any color, diced fine
  • 8 oz can diced tomatoes drained
  • 2 tbsp nando's spicy peri peri sauce
  • ½ cup long grain white rice
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • In a large, heavy pan, heat oil until shimmery.
  • Add onion and bell pepper, and sautee until soft and lightly browned, about 6 minutes.
  • Add canned tomatoes, peri peri sauce, and rice, and stir well.
  • Let rice toast with vegetables for about 4 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking or burning.
  • Add water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and cover, letting cook until rice is soft and fluffy, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir to fluff and top with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 223g | Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 27.4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 254mg | Fiber: 2.9g | Sugar: 5.3g

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