Once you make this recipe, you'll never go back to using a box mix again. It is so easy and foolproof, and will be completely authentic. This is the recipe I grew up with, but of course we never measured....
I had some leftover coconut milk after making a recent Indian dish and thought, "What the heck; let's add some to the rice as it cooks!" What came out is now a real favorite of mine!
This recipe comes from Jere and Emilee Gettle, who own an heirloom seed business. I prefer to use red, orange or yellow peppers instead of green. Omit the seeds from the jalapeno if you prefer. Featured...
Posting for ZWT6 for Iranian dishes. This is a recipe from the "The BBQ Bible" No Persian meal would be complete without rice. Here is a simple steamed rice recipe that is great with an of the Persian...
Nasi Minyak literally means 'Oil Rice', widely served on special occassion i.e. wedding celebration, with (usually) curry/spicy chicken or meat dishes. tips : soak the rice for 30 minutes prior cooking....
Javaher Polow is one of the most famous Persian dishes in the world. It is absolutely stunning to look at - so much so that you might even feel a bit guilty eating it! There are a few stages to making...
This meatless casserole can be served with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, chopped avocado, or guacamole. If you would like to add meat, ground beef, diced pepperoni, crumbled bacon or cooked...
This is a healthy and filling dish. I like it mainly because it is easy to prepare and serves the purpose of a hassle free main course. Great dish to serve at get togethers too.
The wine and herbs really make this dish special, and different from most other rice and cheese casseroles I've seen elsewhere. This is a recipe I invented several years ago, loved it and made countless...
If you're looking for a Mexican Rice recipe that will be "the star of the show," this is not the recipe. If, however, you're looking for a pleasantly and subtlely flavored Mexican-style rice to accompany...
This is one of the best-known Indonesian dishes and one of the easiest to make. The garnishes give contrasting flavors and textures to the dish. Try it!
This is a tasty side dish which also works well as a take-to-work lunch reheated in the microwave the next day. Makes 2 lunches or serves 2-3 as a side dish. The figures may be different between countries,...
A Citrus taste, combined with almonds, celery, and onions- but no added salt- make this side dish a new classic. Try this heart healthy recipe with fish. The recipe comes from HeartHealth.com.
When I first got married, I couldn't cook, but I did charm my husband with this dish. This was one of the first dishes that I made, that I didn't ruin. It is a very hearty, robust, satisfying, comfort...
I was introduced to this by a friend of my mom's. She was married to an Iranian man, and he always made the most fragrant, fabulous rice. This is a little bit of work, compared to regular white rice, but...
Entered for safe-keeping. From WW's "Simply the Best All-American". This variation is from Charleston, South Carolina. Add shrimp, chicken or ham to make this a one-dish meal. Add okra, and this becomes...
I like the zip that the brown sugar twin and mustard gives to this recipe. One generous serving is only 3 points using ground turkey; 4 1/2 points if using ground beef. Prep time includes frying up the...
Recipe is taken from the "The Spice Trail" cookbook which says the recipe is a blend of North and South Indian cuisines. The tangy flavor of mustard seeds and the unique flavor of curry leaves give this...
This is one of a number of historical recipes I am posting from my cookbook collection. It is adapted from the 1953 edition of Adventures in Good Cooking, by travelling salesman and food critic Duncan...
Nasi Goreng is an Indonesian dish. It's easy to do and the variations are endless. To date, there are three other vegetarian versions posted on Zaar; but I've checked and this one is different. The recipe...
I love the fluffy, lightly seasoned rice I get as a side dish at my favorite Mexican cantina... This rice does not have any chunks of vegetables in it and has a very light tomato flavor. It is a very "dry"...
Another easy prepare ahead and cook later dish. Assemble in the morning, refrigerate then cook for dinner. This can be a meal in itself or a side dish.
From The Colonial Williamsburg Tavern Cookbook, c. 2001. I add a tablespoon or two of minced onion when I add the rice. Also, I use about half the salt listed in the ingredients.
This recipe is from the cooking.com website. It's a vegetarian version of the classic Indian main dish that features basmati rice, potato, carrots and peas and plenty of aromatic and flavorful Indian spices....