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Capsicum Rice Recipe

Capsicum Rice

Flavourful Capsicum Rice with bell peppers

Capsicum Rice is a vibrant South Indian-style rice dish made with colourful bell peppers, roasted spices, and cooked rice. It's quick, delicious, and packed with flavour.

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Rice
  • 2 Capsicum (green, yellow, red, orange mix)
  • ½ tsp Mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp Cashew nuts or Peanuts
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp Oil or Ghee
  • Handful of Cilantro (finely chopped)

To Powder

  • 1 tbsp Coriander seeds
  • 1 tbsp Urad dal
  • 4 Dry red chillies (or as required)
  • 1 sprig Curry leaves
  • 1.5 tbsp Grated coconut (or 1 tbsp sesame seeds)

Method

  • Cook rice separately, spread on a tray, and allow to cool.
  • Dry roast ingredients, cool, and grind to a fine powder.
  • Heat ghee/oil in a pan. Splutter mustard seeds, cumin seeds, cashew nuts (or peanuts), and curry leaves.
  • Add chopped capsicum and sauté until slightly soft.
  • Mix in the prepared spice powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Fry for a minute.
  • Add cooked rice and stir gently until each grain is coated with spices.
  • Adjust seasoning and garnish with cilantro and sliced bell peppers.

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with raita and potato chips. Pairs well with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian side dishes.