Dante's Rice

Turn up the heat on your dinner table with Dante's Rice, a bold and flavor-packed dish that will ignite your taste buds! This vibrant recipe combines fragrant Jasmine rice with the fiery kick of habanero peppers and smoky notes of paprika and cumin, creating a tantalizing medley of heat and spice. Sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell peppers add a touch of sweetness, perfectly balancing the rich tomato paste-based sauce that brings it all together. Simmered to perfection with chicken or vegetable broth, this dish achieves a deep, satisfying flavor profile. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions for brightness, Dante's Rice is the ultimate choice for spice lovers seeking a quick 40-minute meal that's both hearty and unforgettable. Perfect as a standalone dish or paired with grilled proteins, it’s a fiery, crowd-pleasing recipe you’ll crave again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Jasmine rice
• 3 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 pieces Habanero peppers, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 stalks Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Jasmine rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and stir in the rinsed rice. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped habanero peppers. Cook for another 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste, paprika, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables and allow the spices to toast for about 1–2 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and stir to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the cooked rice to the skillet, stirring well to combine with the spiced vegetable mixture.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust spice levels with additional cayenne if desired.

Step 10

Cook for an additional 5 minutes over low heat, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 11

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1753.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1101.9

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3289.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 16.4g
Protein 20.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241.7mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1312.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 58.4%