Indian Rice Pilaf Recipe

Name: Indian Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. rice; 1/2 tsp. saffron (optional); 2 Tbsp. plus 4 c. boiling water; 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 (2-inch) stick cinnamon; 4 whole cloves; 1 c. chopped onions; 1 1/2 tsp. brown sugar; 1 1/2 tsp.molasses; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; seeds of 3 cardamon pods (about 1/4 tsp.)

Servings: persons

2 c. rice
1/2 tsp. saffron (optional)
2 Tbsp. plus 4 c. boiling water
6 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 (2-inch) stick cinnamon
4 whole cloves
1 c. chopped onions
1 1/2 tsp. brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp.molasses
1 1/2 tsp. salt
seeds of 3 cardamon pods (about 1/4 tsp.)

1
Rinse rice until clear and drain.
2
Soak saffron in 2 tablespoons of hot water.
3
In a heavy 3 to 4-quart pan, melt butter.
4
Add cinnamon and cloves and coat with butter.
5
Add onions and cook 7 to 8 minutes until soft and golden brown.
6
Add rice and cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
7
Add 4 cups water and bring to boil.
8
Stir in sugar, molasses, salt, cardamon seed and saffron with its water.
9
Simmer covered for 25 minutes.
10
Fluff and serve.

742

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

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: 2 c. rice, 1/2 tsp. saffron (optional), 2 Tbsp. plus 4 c. boiling water, 6 Tbsp. butter or margarine, and more.

Yes, Indian Rice Pilaf 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.

Indian Rice Pilaf

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