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Vegan Peas and Rice

This simple vegan peas and rice dish combines soft, tender peas with fluffy, well-seasoned rice. Using basic ingredients like garlic, onion, and vegetable broth, it comes together with sautéing and simmering, resulting in a comforting, green-hued dish with a light aroma and satisfying texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Homestyle
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot with lid
  • Large skillet or wide pan
  • Spatula or Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Good quality, fruity oil
  • 1 small Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Long-grain rice Rinsed until water runs clear
  • 2 cups Vegetable broth Rich and flavorful
  • 1 ½ cups Frozen peas Rinsed under cold water
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season generously, especially the peas

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers and begins to crackle softly.
  • Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes, with a slight golden hue around the edges.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until it releases a warm, spicy aroma, being careful not to let it burn—burned garlic turns bitter.
  • Add the rinsed rice to the skillet, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to toast the grains until they look slightly translucent and smell nutty.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  • Meanwhile, rinse the frozen peas under cold water to brighten their color. When the rice is nearly done, stir in the peas evenly across the surface.
  • Cover again and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the peas to become tender and vibrant green, with the aroma of fresh green peas filling the kitchen.
  • Remove from heat and let the dish rest, covered, for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the rice to finish steaming.
  • Fluff the rice and peas gently with a fork, then season generously with salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting as needed.
  • Finish with a light drizzle of olive oil if desired, and serve hot to enjoy the soft, fluffy rice paired with tender, bright green peas.