Curry Rice

Curry rice is a versatile dish that can be adapted to various interpretations, including an Italian version. Here is a basic recipe that you can customize with your favorite ingredients:

Ingredients

• 1 cup of rice
• 2 cups of water or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove of garlic, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 2 tablespoons of curry powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh aromatic herbs (cilantro, parsley or basil), chopped to taste (optional)
• Toasted nuts such as almonds or cashews for garnish (optional)

Preparation

1. In a large pan or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until they become translucent.
2. Add the bell pepper and carrot, and continue to sauté until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add the curry powder and toast the spices for a minute to enhance their aromas.
4. Pour the rice into the pan and stir well to ensure the grains are flavored with the spice mix.
5. Add the water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Adjust salt and pepper.
6. Reduce the heat, cover with a lid, and let it cook for about 18 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid and is soft.
7. If desired, garnish the curry rice with fresh aromatic herbs and toasted nuts before serving.

As an Italian touch, you can use homemade broth and add a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil to the finished dish for more depth of flavor.

For a touch of uniqueness, you can enrich the dish with typical Italian ingredients such as diced zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, or olives, which will add a pleasant Mediterranean note to the curry.

If you want to add protein to the dish, you can include diced chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas, adding them after sautéing the vegetables, making sure they cook properly.

Enjoy your meal!