A FRAGRANT, SPICY RICE
This recipe is a family favourite. It has wonderful textures; the softness of the rice combined with the crunchy almonds ... it's heaven! The spices can be altered to your tastes... I generally add quite a lot.
Provided by Julia
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a pot, bring 2 1/2 cups broth to a boil. Mix in green onions and peas. Season with salt, 1 pinch garam masala, 1 pinch turmeric, and cayenne pepper to taste. Stir the basmati rice into the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
- Melt the butter in a wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms and garlic in the melted butter until lightly browned. Mix in green bell pepper and red bell pepper. Season with 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 pinch turmeric, and cayenne pepper to taste. Stir in the lentils and 3/4 cup broth. Reduce heat to low. Cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the almonds, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- Increase wok heat to medium. Mix the rice into the wok with the vegetables and lentils. Cook and stir until all liquid has evaporated. Garnish with toasted almonds and cilantro sprigs to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 504.3 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
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Joseph Sanders
[email protected]I've made this rice several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are amazing and the rice is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!
Linda Guthrie
[email protected]This rice is so flavorful and delicious! The spices are perfectly balanced and the rice is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves flavorful rice dishes.
Greatman Ita
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting rice recipes, and this fragrant spicy rice definitely fits the bill! The flavors are amazing and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Imafidon Ighile
[email protected]This fragrant spicy rice is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I love the combination of spices and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
farman keeryo
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The rice was so flavorful and the spices were just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves flavorful rice dishes.
N.S.G Raj
[email protected]This rice is so good! It's the perfect side dish for any meal. I love the way the spices blend together and create such a unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.
yogurljalaya wright
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of spicy food, but this fragrant spicy rice was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were really well-balanced, and the spiciness was just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who wants to try something new a
obehi Glory
[email protected]This rice is amazing! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love the combination of spices and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Blaze Cobb
[email protected]I love this recipe! The rice is so flavorful and the spices are just right. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nokuthula Magubane
[email protected]This fragrant spicy rice was a great success! The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Delilah
[email protected]I've made this rice several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The flavors are amazing and the rice is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!
Katudde David
[email protected]This rice is so flavorful and delicious! The spices are perfectly balanced and the rice is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves flavorful rice dishes.
Asif Asif
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting rice recipes, and this fragrant spicy rice definitely fits the bill! The flavors are amazing and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Edwin Bannie
[email protected]This fragrant spicy rice is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I love the combination of spices and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
B L A C K
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The rice was so flavorful and the spices were just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves flavorful rice dishes.
Full Desi
[email protected]This rice is so good! It's the perfect side dish for any meal. I love the way the spices blend together and create such a unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Shaiza Nadeem
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of spicy food, but this fragrant spicy rice was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were really well-balanced, and the spiciness was just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who wants to try something new a
Karen Tunks
[email protected]This fragrant spicy rice is amazing! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love the combination of spices and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!
Toufiqul Islam Tusar
[email protected]I love this recipe! The rice is so fluffy and flavorful, and the spices give it a really nice kick. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Gopi N
[email protected]This fragrant spicy rice was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were so well-balanced, with the perfect amount of heat. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy rice dish.