Spicy Fregola Pilaf
A warm and aromatic Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian pilaf made with fregola pasta, infused with the flavors of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- β1 cup Fregola pasta
- β2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- β1 medium, chopped Onion
- β2 cloves, minced Garlic
- β1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- β1 can (14 oz) Canned diced tomatoes
- β1 teaspoon Spicy paprika
- βto taste Salt
- β1/4 cup, chopped (optional) Fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add the fregola pasta, diced tomatoes, spicy paprika, and salt. Stir to combine.
- 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes, or until the fregola is tender.
- 6
Fluff the pilaf with a fork and top with chopped parsley, if desired.
- 7
Serve warm.