Savory Halal Vegetable Rice Bake Recipe

About this recipe

This hearty and flavorful rice dish combines tender vegetables with perfectly cooked brown rice, all baked together for a satisfying dinner. Ideal for those seeking a halal-friendly, wholesome meal.

Ingredients

• - Forest Whole Foods Ltd Organic Long Grain Brown Rice
• 200G All Things Butter Unsalted Butter
• 1 Kg Carrots - 1kg
• 1 stick Organic Celery Stick
• 1 L Itsu Sesame Chicken Broth For Noodles For 4
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• 70G Mill & Mortar Citrus Salt Flakes, 70G
• 20G Thai "Hand" White Pepper Powder, 20G

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2. In a Dutch oven or large oven-safe pot, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup diced celery, 1 cup diced onion, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3. Stir in 4 2/3 cups chicken broth, 2 cups brown rice, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
4. 4. Cover the pot with a lid or foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 40 minutes.
5. 5. Remove the pot from the oven, uncover, and stir in 1 cup of diced carrots. Re-cover and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the carrots are cooked through.
6. 6. Remove from the oven, fluff the rice with a fork, and serve warm.