Basmati Pilaf Recipe

Name: Basmati Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g basmati rice; 100 g butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 sprig fresh thyme; 2 bay leaves; 2 cinnamon sticks; 8 cardamom pods; 3 cloves; 4 -6 slices lemons, zest of; 1 liter boiling chicken stock or 1 liter water; salt and pepper, to taste.

Servings: persons

500 g basmati rice
100 g butter
1 large onion, chopped
1 sprig fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 cinnamon sticks
8 cardamom pods
3 cloves
4 -6 slices lemons, zest of
1 liter boiling chicken stock or 1 liter water
salt and pepper, to taste.

1
Preheat the oven to 160 C in a fan oven of 180 C (about 350 F) in conventional oven.
2
Rinse the rice well in water, then drain.
3
Melt two thirds of the butter in a saucepan.
4
Saute the onion in the butter for about five minutes, then add the rice, herbs, spices and lemon zest.
5
Cook for another minute.
6
Add the stock or water along with some salt and pepper, to taste.
7
Put the whole mixture in an oven-proof casserole dish, cover and bake for 25 minutes.
8
Leave to stand for five minutes, then remove the lid and fluff with a fork, mixing in the remaining butter.

1206

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g basmati rice, 100 g butter, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 sprig fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Basmati Pilaf falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basmati Pilaf

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