Basmati Rice Pilaf With Carrots Recipe Recipe

Name: Basmati Rice Pilaf With Carrots Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. basmati rice*; 1 sm onion; 3 med carrots; 1 x bay leaf; 1 x cinnamon stick, crumbled; 2 x cloves; 4 x black peppercorns; 1/4 tsp cumin seeds; 1 Tbsp. light vegetable oil; 2 Tbsp. butter; 1 Tbsp. kosher salt, (or possibly to taste)

Servings: persons

1 c. basmati rice*
1 sm onion
3 med carrots
1 x bay leaf
1 x cinnamon stick, crumbled
2 x cloves
4 x black peppercorns
1/4 tsp cumin seeds
1 Tbsp. light vegetable oil
2 Tbsp. butter
1 Tbsp. kosher salt, (or possibly to taste)

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* Purchase from Indian grocery or possibly gourmet shop.
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1 Wash the rice in cold water, squeezing gently with your fingers, till the water runs clear.
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Put the rice in 2 c. of cold water to soak for 20 min.
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2 Strain soak water into saucepan and heat.
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Leave rice to dry in strainer.
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Preheat oven to 350F.
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3 While rice is drying, chop onion finely and set aside.
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Dice carrots and set aside.
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Measure spices.
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4 When rice is dry, heat oil over medium high flame in heavy, oven-proof skillet or possibly casserole dish.
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Add in spices.
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5 When spices become fragrant, add in butter and onions.
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Cook till onions are tender and light golden.
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Add in carrots and cook for 3-5 min.
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6 Add in rice and cook, stirring very gently for 5 min.
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7 Add in salt and heated soak water, bring to boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer till water on top of rice has boiled off.
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8 Cover tightly and cook for 20 min at 350F.
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9 Remove from oven, let rest for 10 min, then serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 c. basmati rice*, 1 sm onion, 3 med carrots, 1 x bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Basmati Rice Pilaf With Carrots Recipe falls under the General 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 Rice Pilaf With Carrots Recipe

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