Spiced Rice (Marsala Bhat) Recipe

Name: Spiced Rice (Marsala Bhat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, finely sliced; 4 ounces margarine; 2 cups basmati rice; 1/2 pound fresh peas; 1/4 cup golden raisins; 1 hot green chili, finely minced; 1 clove garlic, finely minced; 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger, finely minced; 1/2 cup chopped cashew nuts; 2 ripe medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped; Salt to taste; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 4 cups boiling water; Grated meat from 1/4 of fresh coconut; 1/4 cup blanched almond slices, toasted; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh coriander leaves

Servings: persons

1 large onion, finely sliced
4 ounces margarine
2 cups basmati rice
1/2 pound fresh peas
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 hot green chili, finely minced
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1/2 inch piece fresh ginger, finely minced
1/2 cup chopped cashew nuts
2 ripe medium tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
Salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
4 cups boiling water
Grated meat from 1/4 of fresh coconut
1/4 cup blanched almond slices, toasted
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh coriander leaves

1
In 2 ounces of margarine saute onions until golden brown.
2
Remove onion and add remaining margarine to pan.
3
When it is hot return half of the onion to the pan with rice, peas, raisins, chili, garlic, ginger and cashews.
4
Saute over low heat, stirring constantly, for about one minute.
5
Add tomatoes, salt to taste, sugar and boiling water; raise heat and bring to boil.
6
Cook until about 1/2 cup of liquid remains in pan.
7
Lower heat, cover and simmer until rice is cooked.
8
Sprinkle with grated coconut, toasted almonds, remaining onion and coriander.

2620

kcal

Calories

249

Fat

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, finely sliced, 4 ounces margarine, 2 cups basmati rice, 1/2 pound fresh peas, and more.

Yes, Spiced Rice (Marsala Bhat) 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.

Spiced Rice (Marsala Bhat)

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