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Seychelles Creole Rice Recipe

Seychelles Creole Rice Recipe

504kcal
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 40 minutes
Total 1 hour
This dish is so adaptable that it can be used as a side dish or a main course, and it pairs well with a wide variety of meats and seafood. It's a staple in Seychellois households, and it's often served alongside other dishes like curry and coconut-milk-braised chicken.
Servings 8 Servings
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Seychelles

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup peas frozen
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup chicken diced cooked
  • 1 cup shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot with a lid
  • knife
  • Chopping board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Medium-sized pan for cooking shrimp or fish

Method

  1. Use a rice cooker instead of a pot for easier preparation.
  2. Chop the vegetables and measure the spices ahead of time to save time during cooking.
  3. Use frozen shrimp or fish to save time on cleaning and peeling.

Nutrition

Calories504kcalCarbohydrates47gProtein12gFat30gSaturated Fat8gPolyunsaturated Fat8gMonounsaturated Fat12gTrans Fat0.02gCholesterol69mgSodium496mgPotassium467mgFiber4gSugar5gVitamin A3639IUVitamin C46mgCalcium69mgIron2mg

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