Uncle Bill's Four Rice Combination With Saffron

Name: Uncle Bill's Four Rice Combination With Saffron
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice; 2 ½ cups water, for cooking wild rice; 1 cup brown basmati rice; 1 cup jasmine long grain rice; 1 cup lal qilla rice; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 ½ cups water; 6 red saffron strands (no substitution); 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons olive oil; ¾ cup crushed cashews

Servings: persons

1
In a small saucepan, measure wild rice and just cover with water.
2
Cover and bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes.
3
Drain well and return to saucepan.
4
Add 2 1/2 cups of water, cover and bring to boil.
5
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.
6
In the meantime, measure basmati brown rice, Jasmine long grain rice and Lal Qilla rice to a large mixing bowl.
7
Wash rice in cold water by squeezing rice through your fingers at least 100 times.
8
Change the water every 25 squeezes.
9
This removes most of the chaf off the rice.
10
Drain rice well and transfer to an automatic electric rice cooker or a large saucepan.
11
Now add the semi-cooked wild rice to cooker.
12
Add 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 1/2 cups of water, saffron strands and butter to cooker.
13
Mix rice well to blend.
14
If using an electric cooker, cover, press to start and continue to cook for approximately 20 minutes.
15
DO NOT REMOVE COVER WHILE RICE IS COOKING.
16
If using a saucepan, cover, bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until all liquid has been absorbed.
17
While the rice is cooking, crush the cashews and set aside.
18
When rice is cooked, fluff with a fork.
19
Add crushed cashews and mix again to incorporate with the rice.
20
Serve immediately with your favorite chicken dish or curried beef.

1545

kcal

Calories

Fat

237

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1 cup wild rice, 2 ½ cups water, for cooking wild rice, 1 cup brown basmati rice, 1 cup jasmine long grain rice, and more.

Yes, Uncle Bill's Four Rice Combination With Saffron 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!