Portuguese Tomato Rice (Arroz de Tomate) - Vegan

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 small Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• about 450 g Ripe Tomatoes
• 1 cup Rice (long grain)
• 2 cups Vegetable Broth
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
2. 2Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, until they break down and release their juices.
3. 3Add rice, vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
4. 4Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and remove the bay leaf.
5. 5Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

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