A comforting one-pan meal with tender rice, tomatoes, onion, and garlic simmered together for easy dining.
# Ingredient list:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
→ Grains
04 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
→ Liquids
05 - 2 cups vegetable broth or water
→ Seasonings
06 - 1 tsp salt, or to taste
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
→ Optional
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Cooking steps:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
02 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add rinsed rice to the skillet and toast for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently until edges become slightly translucent.
04 - Add diced tomatoes with juices, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir thoroughly to blend flavors.
05 - Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover skillet, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
06 - Remove skillet from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork.
07 - Top with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately while hot.
