Savannah red rice

This Lowcountry red rice is a simple mixture of rice, onions, tomatoes, bacon, and ham. The rice is simmered briefly then baked to perfection.

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There are many similarities between red rice, perloo, jambalaya, and jollof—all are made of rice and tomatoes simmered in one big pot. Every family across Africa has their own special way to embellishing this dish, often adding meats such as chicken, goat, or beef. This bare-bones version relies on the smokiness of the bacon lets the sweet tomato flavor shine. Serve alongside roasted or grilled poultry or meat and a green vegetable of your choice.

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The South is known for its way with rice-based dishes, but only one has been labeled as the defining dish of the Georgia coast.

A Southern Lowcountry recipe made from rice cooked with bacon and a tomato broth seasoned with peppers and onions perfected by the Gullah and Geechee.

Born in the heart of rich rice country some 300 years ago, red rice remains a much-loved Savannah standard to this day. Simple as it appears, achieving the proper texture–neither gummy nor too dry–can be tricky. Long-grain rice is essential, as each grain should absorb the flavor-packed liquid while holding its shape. It can be cooked on the stovetop or, like this one, baked in the oven. I followed the method in Miriam Rubin’s wonderful little book, Tomatoes, from UNC Press’s Savor the South…

Make and share this Savannah Red Rice recipe from Food.com.