Sweet Spiced Rice Recipe

Name: Sweet Spiced Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup basmati rice; 1 2/3 cups boiling water; 1 teaspoon ghee or 1 teaspoon butter; 1 cinnamon stick; 6 cardamom pods (peeled); 1 pinch saffron; 7 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 50 g raisins or 50 g currants; almonds (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2/3 cup basmati rice
1 2/3 cups boiling water
1 teaspoon ghee or 1 teaspoon butter
1 cinnamon stick
6 cardamom pods (peeled)
1 pinch saffron
7 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
50 g raisins or 50 g currants
almonds (to garnish)

1
Wash rice three to four times in cold water, until the water you drain from it runs almost clear. Drain well and put in a large microwave safe bowl.
2
Cover with the boiling water.
3
Add all the other ingredients, except the garnish, and stir well.
4
Microwave uncovered on full power for 17 minutes. Don't disturb during cooking time.
5
If rice seems undercooked add a little more water and cook for a further 1 or 2 minutes.
6
Cover tightly and leave to stand for 5 minutes.
7
Stir and fluff lightly with a fork.
8
Garnish and serve!

1100

kcal

Calories

102

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup basmati rice, 1 2/3 cups boiling water, 1 teaspoon ghee or 1 teaspoon butter, 1 cinnamon stick, and more.

Yes, Sweet Spiced Rice 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.

Sweet Spiced Rice

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