Okra Stew with Lemon and Herb Basmati Rice

A fragrant vegetarian stew featuring okra, tomatoes, and spices, served alongside zesty lemon and coriander infused basmati rice.

Vegetarian Vegan Healthy Quick Rice Stew

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

315.4

kcal / serving

315.4 kcal total

Carbs

41.8g

per serving

41.8 g total

Fat

15.1g

per serving

15.1 g total

Protein

7.2g

per serving

7.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Fruits

piece

Lemon

zest and juice only

slice

Lemon

thinly sliced, for garnish

GrainsCereals

100

Basmati Rice

cooked

Liquids

300

Vegetable Stock

hot

NutsSeeds

clove

Garlic

finely chopped

7.5

Chilli Powder

Chives

fresh, chopped

Coriander

fresh, chopped

pinch

Salt

to taste

pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

pinch

Chives

chopped, for garnish

Coriander

fresh, chopped

OilsFats

Olive Oil

Vegetables

0.5

piece

Red Onion

finely sliced

Okra

piece

Plum Tomato

chopped

Method

Heat oil in a saucepan and soften sliced red onion and garlic for two minutes.

Stir in chilli powder, okra, chopped tomato, and herbs then cook for two minutes.

Add hot vegetable stock, bring to a boil, and simmer for eight minutes.

Season with salt and pepper then pour the stew into a warm bowl.

Place the pre-cooked rice into a separate large bowl.

Mix the rice with chopped coriander, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

Season the rice with salt and pepper and transfer to a warm serving bowl.

Garnish the stew with chives and serve with the rice and a lemon slice.