Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tsp

Mixed Herbs (Dried)

1 cup

Rice

washed and soaked

1 tsp

Red Chilli flakes

0.33 cup

Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Mozzarella cheese

1 tbsp

Dry mix herbs

0.33 cup

Yellow Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

finely chopped

0.5 tsp

Paprika powder

1 unit

Onion

thinly sliced

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tsp

Salt

1 unit

Yellow Zucchini

cut into diagonals

0.5 cup

Milk

0.25 cup

Fresh cream

0.5 tsp

Sugar

0.33 cup

Red Bell pepper (Capsicum)

finely chopped

0.75 cup

Homemade tomato puree

4 cloves

Garlic

finely chopped

8 unit

Basil leaves

roughly torn

1 unit

Parsley leaves

1 tsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tsp

Tabasco Original Hot Sauce

2 tsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 unit

Carrots (Gajjar)

cut into diagonals

1 tsp

Rosemary - dried

1 unit

Green zucchini

cut into diagonals

10 unit

Baby corn

cut into diagonals

1 tbsp

Garlic

finely chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pressure cooker, add garlic and saute for 30 seconds.

Step 2
~3 min

Add onions and saute until translucent (2-3 minutes).

Step 3
~3 min

Add salt, dried rosemary, soaked and drained rice, and 2 cups of water.

Step 4
~3 min

Pressure cook for 2 whistles and turn off the flame. Release pressure naturally.

Step 5
~3 min

Fluff rice with a fork and spread on a platter to cool.

Step 6
~3 min

In a skillet, heat olive oil, add red chilli flakes, and bell peppers.

Step 7
~3 min

Sprinkle salt and saute for 4-5 minutes until bell peppers are cooked but still have a bite.

Step 8
~3 min

Add mixed herbs and mix well. Turn off the flame.

Step 9
~3 min

Add pan-roasted peppers over the rice, along with chopped parsley, and toss well.

Step 10
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan, add carrots, baby corn, yellow zucchini, and green zucchini.

Step 11
~3 min

Pan roast for 8-10 minutes until vegetables are cooked but still have a crunch.

Step 12
~3 min

Sprinkle salt and herbs and mix well.

Step 13
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a skillet, add garlic and fry until golden brown.

Step 14
~3 min

Add basil leaves and tomato puree and simmer for a few minutes.

Step 15
~3 min

Add salt, sugar, Tabasco sauce, paprika powder, and mixed herbs.

Step 16
~3 min

Bring to a brisk boil.

Step 17
~3 min

Reduce the flame, add cream and milk, bring to a single boil, and turn off the flame.

Step 18
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.

Step 19
~3 min

In a deep baking dish, spread a layer of bell pepper & parsley rice.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 20
~3 min

Add a layer of pan-roasted herbed vegetables.

Step 21
~3 min

Top with the creamy spicy tomato garlic sauce.

Step 22
~3 min

Sprinkle an even layer of mozzarella cheese.

Step 23
~3 min

Bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes or until the cheese has turned golden brown.

Step 24
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like mushrooms or broccoli.

Use different types of cheese.

Adjust the amount of Tabasco sauce to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as a main course or side dish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Weekend brunch
Family dinner
Holiday meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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