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Nando's Spicy Rice (PERi PERi Rice Recipe)

Spice-filled and delicious, Nando's Spicy rice is great for when you want to recreate this PERi PERi side dish at home!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Sarah Baumeister

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 tsp. garlic minced
  • 1 half red bell pepper diced
  • ½ tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. turmeric
  • ½ tsp. cumin
  • ¼ tsp. cayenne
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  • In a deep skillet, heat oil and saute diced onions, bell pepper, and minced garlic.
  • Once the onions are translucent (about 5 minutes), add in spices and salt. Cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently.
  • Add in dry rice, and stir to coat.
  • Pour 2 cups of stock over top, stir, and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Add in peas, stir. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 785mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g