Green Pepper & Potato Dish

(Biber Asi)

1 medium onion, chopped
1 green pepper, in chunks (don't discard the seeds, cut in chunks)
2 medium tomatoes, peeled, diced
3 medium-sized potatoes, peeled, cut in chunks
3 tbsp rice, washed and drained
50 ml extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 cups warm water
1 tsp salt
Pepper for taste

Saute the onions with the butter and olive oil in a large pot at medium heat. Add the green peppers with the seeds along with the tomatoes, potatoes, salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

Add the water and rice. Cover the lid halfway and cook for about 20-25 minutes (or the potatoes are tender) on medium heat.

This is a light dish, great for lunch.

* This is a vegetarian dish.