Gullah Red Rice Dish

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Gullah Red Rice Dish.

1. Step 1

   Start by heating a large pot over medium-high heat and adding the chopped bacon.

2. Step 2

   Cook it, stirring occasionally, until it turns a beautiful golden brown, which should take about 7 to 10 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Once the bacon is crispy and fragrant, toss in the chopped green bell pepper and onion, letting them sauté in the delicious bacon grease.

4. Step 4

   This should take around 5 minutes, or until the veggies are nice and soft.

5. Step 5

   Next, stir in the sliced smoked sausage and let it cook until it’s browned, which will take about 8 to 10 minutes.

6. Step 6

   Once everything is cooked to perfection, transfer this savory mixture to a bowl and set it aside for now.

7. Step 7

   In the same pot, combine the tomato sauce, tomato paste, and a cup of water, bringing it all to a lively boil.

8. Step 8

   Now, it’s time to add the uncooked parboiled rice along with white sugar, salt, ground black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.

9. Step 9

   Give it a good stir to mix everything together, then bring it back to a boil.

10. Step 10

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing those flavors to meld beautifully.

11. Step 11

    While the rice is simmering, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

12. Step 12

    After the rice has simmered, transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking pan and cover it snugly with aluminum foil.

13. Step 13

    Pop it into the preheated oven and let it bake until the liquid has evaporated and the rice is tender, which should take around 25 minutes.

14. Step 14

    The aroma wafting through your kitchen will be irresistible, and soon you’ll have a comforting dish ready to enjoy!.