Mexican Vegetable Rice By Asha Khatau

Procedure:

• Heat oil in a pan
• Add the onionsˆø
• Cook for a while
• Add the bell peppers
• Stir well
• Cook for 3-4 minutes till the bell peppers soften a bit
• Make sure that the bell peppers are not overcooked
• Cook for another 3-4 minutes
• Add the tomatoes
• Add the carrots and peas
• Cook for 3-4 minutes again
• Add some salt
• Add some pepper
• Add some taco seasoning
• Add some red chilli paste
• Mix well
• Add the cooked rice
• Make sure that the rice grains do not break while cooking
• Transfer rice to a plate
• Garnish with jalapenos and cheese
• Ready to serve