Description
A quick and simple recipe for a delicious vegetarian Indian dinner that is packed with flavor and can be made in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans)
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add basmati rice, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is fluffy.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add bell pepper and mixed vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
- Stir in garam masala and salt. Mix well and cook for another minute.
- Serve the vegetable mixture over the cooked basmati rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand.
- Adjust the spice level by adding chili powder or fresh green chilies according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Indian
Keywords: easy dinner recipes, vegetarian Indian recipes, quick Indian dinner, simple vegetarian dinner