Riz au Gras

Ingredients13

• long-grain rice400 g
• beef stew meat500 g
• onions2
• ripe tomatoes400 g
• tomato paste2 tbsp
• vegetable oil100 ml
• cabbage200 g
• carrots2
• garlic3 cloves
• fresh ginger15 g
• beef stock700 ml
• salt1 tsp
• black pepper1/2 tsp

Method

1. Cut the beef into chunks, season with salt and pepper, and brown it in the oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add sliced onions and cook until soft, then stir in crushed garlic and grated ginger.
3. Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste and cook until the mixture is thick and oily.
4. Pour in the stock, return the meat, and simmer until the beef is nearly tender.
5. Add carrot chunks and cabbage wedges and cook for about 10 minutes.
6. Stir in the rinsed rice, cover, and cook on low heat until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
7. Rest off the heat for 5 minutes, then fluff and serve the rice with the meat and vegetables.