Persian One Pot Tomato Rice – Dami Gojeh Farangi Recipe
Persian One Pot Tomato Rice, also known as Dami Gojeh Farangi, is a comforting and flavorful dish made by simmering basmati rice with crushed tomatoes, diced potatoes, onions, and a fragrant blend of spices. This hearty, aromatic one-pot meal combines the subtle sweetness of tomatoes with the earthiness of turmeric and a gentle heat from cayenne, resulting in a deliciously moist and tender rice dish that’s perfect for serving with yogurt or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, diced
- 7 large tomatoes, crushed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups basmati rice, washed and drained
- 2 to 3 cups water
Instructions
- Heat the oil and sauté onion: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it turns golden brown, releasing its sweet aroma.
- Add turmeric and potatoes: Stir in ½ teaspoon turmeric to the onions, then add the diced potatoes. Cook them together for about 5 minutes, allowing the potatoes to begin softening while absorbing the spices.
- Add tomatoes, spices, rice, and water: Mix in the crushed tomatoes along with 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Add the 2 cups of washed and drained basmati rice and pour in 2 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer until most of the excess water has evaporated.
- Check rice and continue cooking if necessary: Test one grain of rice to see if it is cooked. If it’s still firm, add an additional ½ cup of water. Wrap a clean towel around the pot lid to absorb steam and place it securely on the pot. Let the rice steam gently on low heat for 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve: Fluff the rice gently and serve warm. This dish pairs wonderfully with yogurt or fresh herbs for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Crushing the tomatoes yourself lends a fresher and more authentic flavor to the dish. If using canned crushed tomatoes, choose a high-quality option with no added sugar or salt.
- The wrapped lid with a towel helps trap steam, cooking the rice evenly without burning the bottom.
- This recipe can be adjusted to your preferred spice level by increasing or decreasing cayenne pepper.
