Saudi Arabian Brown Rice Bowl
A flavorful and healthy rice bowl dish inspired by the cuisine of Saudi Arabia, made with brown rice and a variety of spices.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Brown Ricelong-grain
- ●1/2 cup Noodlesindulgent noodles
- ●2 tbsp Vegetable Oilfor frying
- ●1 small Onionchopped
- ●2 inches Gingergrated
- ●1 tsp Cuminground
- ●1 tsp Corianderground
- ●to taste Saltoptional
- ●to taste Black Pepperoptional
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Add the grated ginger and cook for another minute.
- 4
Add the brown rice and stir to coat with the oil and mix with the onion and ginger.
- 5
Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 6
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- 7
While the rice is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a separate pan over medium heat.
- 8
Add the indulgent noodles and cook until lightly toasted, about 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Stir in the ground cumin and coriander, and cook for another minute.
- 10
To assemble the bowls, divide the cooked brown rice among four bowls, then top with the toasted noodles and any desired garnishes.
- 11
Serve hot.
- 12
Optional: add salt and black pepper to taste
- 13
Optional: garnish with chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro