Basmati Rice Salad Recipe

Name: Basmati Rice Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and drained well; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 bay leaf; 2 cloves; 1 cardamom pod; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 3 1/2 cups boiling water; 1/2 cup golden raisins; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/2 cup cashews

Servings: persons

2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and drained well
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
2 cloves
1 cardamom pod
1/2 teaspoon cumin
3 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup golden raisins
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup cashews

1
Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the onions and garlic and cook until soft.
2
Add the cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom and cumin and cook for 1 minute.
3
Add the boiling water and raisins and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Let the water come back to a boil, stir once, cover the pot, reduce the heat and let cook for 12 to 15 minutes.
5
Remove from heat and let sit 10 minutes.
6
Remove lid and fluff with a fork, fold in cashews and reseason with salt and pepper to taste.
7
Serve at room temperature.

2365

kcal

Calories

223

Fat

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and drained well, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 large onion, thinly sliced, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Basmati Rice Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Basmati Rice Salad

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