Basmati Rice With Raisins, Nuts And Peas Recipe

Name: Basmati Rice With Raisins, Nuts And Peas 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; 2 sm Onions, thinly sliced; 2 tsp Cumin seeds; 12 whl black peppercorns; 8 whl cloves; 6 whl cardamom pods; 3 x Bay leaves; 1 x Cinnamon stick; 4 c. Water; 1/4 c. Whipping cream; 1 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Saffron threads; 1 1/2 c. Frzn peas; 1/4 c. Minced almonds; 1/4 c. Minced cashews; 1/4 c. Raisins

Servings: persons

2 c. Basmati rice
2 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
2 sm Onions, thinly sliced
2 tsp Cumin seeds
12 whl black peppercorns
8 whl cloves
6 whl cardamom pods
3 x Bay leaves
1 x Cinnamon stick
4 c. Water
1/4 c. Whipping cream
1 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Saffron threads
1 1/2 c. Frzn peas
1/4 c. Minced almonds
1/4 c. Minced cashews
1/4 c. Raisins

1
Rinse rice under cool running water.
2
Place rice in large bowl.
3
Add in sufficient water to cover by 3 inches.
4
Let stand 20 min.
5
Drain.
6
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
7
Add in onions; saute/fry till golden brown, about 8 min.
8
Add in cumin, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, bay leaves and cinnamon; saute/fry till onions are brown, about 4 min.
9
Add in rice to spices and stir 2 min.
10
Add in 4 c. water, cream, salt and saffron.
11
Bring to boil.
12
Reduce heat to low.
13
Cover saucepan almost completely and cook till almost all liquid is absorbed, about 20 min.
14
Add in peas to rice.
15
Cover and simmer till rice is tender, about 5 min.
16
Season with salt and pepper.
17
Sprinkle with nuts and raisins.
18
cardamom and cloves.
19
They are not meant to be eaten, so throw away them when serving the rice.

894

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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, 2 sm Onions, thinly sliced, 2 tsp Cumin seeds, and more.

Yes, Basmati Rice With Raisins, Nuts And Peas 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!