Arab Nutty Rice with Tomato Onion Sauce

A flavorful Arab-inspired main dish with a bed of nutty rice topped with a delicious tomato onion sauce.

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the diced potato to the pan and cook until slightly golden.
4. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the tomatoes are softened.
5. Add the mixed nuts to the pan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Serve the nutty rice on a plate and top with the tomato onion sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.

• For 1 person:
• 1/2 cup basmati rice
• 1/4 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, and pine nuts)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small potato, diced
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish