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Spicy Moroccan Rice

Delicious Spicy Moroccan Rice Ready in Just 25 Minutes

This Spicy Moroccan Rice recipe transforms simple leftover rice into a vibrant, flavorful dish in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Base
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice Can substitute with brown rice or quinoa.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 small Red Pepper Finely diced; can use any bell pepper.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced; yellow or white onion works too.
  • 1 medium Tomato Finely diced; canned diced tomatoes can be a substitute.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Finely minced; jarred minced garlic is a time-saving option.
For the Spice Blend
  • ½ tsp Ground Cumin Can substitute with coriander.
  • ½ tsp Sweet Paprika Opt for smoked paprika for an interesting twist.
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • ¼ tsp Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg can be a substitute.
  • ¼ tsp Ground Black Pepper Use white pepper for a milder taste.
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
For Cooking
  • 1-2 tbsp Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing; avocado oil can be used.
For Garnish
  • 1 tbsp Chopped Parsley or Coriander Optional; mint can be a refreshing alternative.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Spicy Moroccan Rice
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the finely diced red pepper, red onion, and minced garlic, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in ground cumin, sweet paprika, turmeric, ground cinnamon, and black pepper. Add the diced tomato and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomato breaks down.
  3. Add the cooked white rice to the skillet, gently breaking up any clumps and stirring to coat with the spice mix. Warm through for another 4-5 minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust salt as needed, doing so gradually to enhance the dish's flavor.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley or coriander. Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure leftover rice is not clumped for best texture. Consider preparing a day in advance for deeper flavor.

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