- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 cups chicken broth or stock
- 2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic; cook 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in red pepper, oregano and bay leaves; cook 1 minute more.
- Add broth and rice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes; cover and simmer an additional 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Discard bay leaves before serving.
- Serve hot.
Cajun cuisine
Jambalaya
rice dish