Step 1

Cook tomatoes, onion and garlic in a dry pan until charred and soft.

Step 2

Transfer the tomato mixture to a blender with vegetable stock, salt and pepper. Process until smooth.

Step 3

Wash rice in a strainer under cold running water, moving it around with your hands until the water runs clear, then drain.

Step 4

Heat oil in a pan and add rice. Cook while moving, until rice turns opaque.

Step 5

Add 2 cups of the tomato sauce and stir once. Add cilantro, cover and reduce heat to low. Cook rice for 20 minutes, uncovering for the last 5 minutes.

Step 6

While rice is cooking, melt butter in a pan and cook vegetables until golden-brown. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 7

Stir the vegetables into the rice and serve warm.