Greek Style Oven Rice
This simple, vegetarian, family-style rice dish is loved by all – even little ones. The amount of olive oil called for might be surprising, however it is completely absorbed and in turn, makes the rice silky-smooth.
Ingredients
- 3 medium onions, chopped
- ¾ cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp Greek oregano
- 1 Tbsp Greek smoked chiles
- Salt to taste
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 2 cups steamed OR arborio rice
- 4 medium tomatoes
- 1 cup feta or kefalograviera, grated
- Dill to garnish
Method
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1
Heat the oven to 350 °F.
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2
Place an oven-proof pan in the oven on medium heat.
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3
Pour oil and add onions to the pan. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until translucent and lightly golden.
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4
Incorporate oregano, smoked chiles, salt, garlic and tomato paste. Mix well until the oil becomes red. Add rice and mix well for another minute to stain the rice, then pour 4 cups of water into the pan.
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5
Cut tomatoes in four and place on the rice.
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6
Bring to a boil then put in the oven without a cover. Cook for 30 minutes.
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7
Turn off the oven, leave the door slightly open, allowing the dish to rest for another 20 minutes.
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8
Garnish with dill or any other herb you prefer. Serve accompanied with feta or kefalograviera.
