Make This Tangy Tomato Rice in 15 Minutes!

By : Sneha Singh September 23. 2025 ShutterStock

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Ingredients for Tomato Rice Recipe

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Sauté the Base

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Add Tomatoes & Spices

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Mix with Rice

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Serve Hot & Enjoy

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