Com Sot Ca Chua Vietnamese Tomato Rice
Delight your taste buds with the bold and comforting flavors of **Com Sot Ca Chua—Vietnamese Tomato Rice**, a beloved staple in Vietnamese cuisine. This vibrant dish brings together fluffy jasmine rice, aromatic garlic, and sweet, tangy tomatoes simmered into a rich, savory sauce enhanced with fish sauce and a hint of sugar for perfect balance. The silky tomato base clings to the rice, infusing every bite with umami and warmth, while fresh green onions and optional cilantro add a burst of color and freshness. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this one-pan recipe is ideal as a satisfying standalone meal or as a versatile side dish. Whether you're exploring Vietnamese cooking or looking to elevate your weeknight dinner, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups jasmine rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1.5 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and water in a rice cooker or pot, and cook according to the rice cooker instructions (or bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15–18 minutes if using a pot). Set aside and fluff with a fork once cooked.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté for about 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and lightly golden.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they break down into a chunky sauce.
Stir in the tomato paste, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well and allow the sauce to simmer for another 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Gently fold the rice into the sauce until it is evenly coated and heated through, about 2–3 minutes.
Turn off the heat and garnish the rice with chopped green onions and cilantro, if using.
Serve hot as a side dish or enjoy on its own as a light, flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3148 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.4 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2540 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
