Nando’s-Style Spicy Rice — Sakura Rice Cooker

Method

1. 1

   Prepare Rice:

   • ✦Measure 1 Sakura cup long-grain rice (180 ml volume; approximately 150 g)
   • ✦Rinse thoroughly and drain well
2. 2

   Make Seasoned Water:

   • ✦Mix 200 ml water with 1 tbsp tomato purée
   • ✦Add 2 tsp garlic-infused oil
   • ✦Add ½ tsp smoked paprika
   • ✦Add ¼ tsp ground turmeric
   • ✦Add ¼ tsp ground cumin
   • ✦Add ¼ tsp ground ginger
   • ✦Add ¼ tsp chilli flakes
   • ✦Add ½ tsp salt
3. 3

   Load Rice Cooker:

   • ✦Put the drained rice into the cooker
   • ✦Pour over the seasoned water and stir once
   • ✦Add ½ bay leaf
   • ✦Scatter 40 g finely diced carrot and ½ finely diced red pepper over the top
   • ✦Do not stir the vegetables down into the rice
4. 4

   Cook:

   • ✦Select the Long Grain setting
   • ✦When cooking finishes, leave on Keep Warm for 10 minutes
5. 5

   Finish:

   • ✦Remove the bay leaf
   • ✦Add 2 tsp lemon juice
   • ✦Add 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh coriander or parsley
   • ✦Fluff gently and serve