Basmati Rice Pilaf With Indian Spices And Raita Recipe Recipe

Name: Basmati Rice Pilaf With Indian Spices And Raita Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. basmati rice; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 x onion, minced; 2 x cloves garlic, chopped; 8 x green cardamom pods; 1 tsp coriander seeds, crushed; 1 x cinnamon stick; 8 x cloves; 1/2 tsp powdered ginger; 4 c. water; 1 x bay leaf Salt, to taste; 2 c. fresh green peas Grnd pepper; 2 c. yogurt; 1 x cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped; 3 Tbsp. minced mint, or possibly to taste; 3/4 tsp grnd roasted cumin; 1/4 tsp chili pwdr Salt and pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 c. basmati rice
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 x onion, minced
2 x cloves garlic, chopped
8 x green cardamom pods
1 tsp coriander seeds, crushed
1 x cinnamon stick
8 x cloves
1/2 tsp powdered ginger
4 c. water
1 x bay leaf Salt, to taste
2 c. fresh green peas Grnd pepper
2 c. yogurt
1 x cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
3 Tbsp. minced mint, or possibly to taste
3/4 tsp grnd roasted cumin
1/4 tsp chili pwdr Salt and pepper, to taste

1
Wash rice by rinsing in cool water.
2
Then soak in cool water for about 30 min.
3
Drain.
4
In a large nonstick saute/fry pan over medium heat, heat 1 Tbsp.
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oil.
6
Add in onion and cook, stirring, till onion is tender.
7
Add in garlic, and saute/fry for about a minute.
8
Add in cardamom, coriander, cinnamon and ginger.
9
Saute/fry for another minute and add in the rice.
10
Saute/fry till rice is translucent/soft and begins to brown.
11
Add in water, bay leaf and salt and bring to a boil.
12
Reduce heat and simmer, partly covered, for about 10 min.
13
Most of the water will evaporate and steam holes will show through rice.
14
Add in peas, but don't stir.
15
Cover tightly and let simmer for 5 min more.
16
Turn off the heat and let sit for 5 - 10 min, covered.
17
Prepare the raita: In a bowl whisk together the yogurt, cucumber, mint, cumin, chili pwdr and salt and pepper.
18
Uncover the pilaf, season with salt and pepper.
19
Remove bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon stick.
20
Turn pilaf out onto a serving platter and pour half of the raita over rice.
21
Pass remaining raita.

761

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. basmati rice, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 1 x onion, minced, 2 x cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Basmati Rice Pilaf With Indian Spices And Raita Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews 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 Indian Spices And Raita Recipe

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