BASMATI RICE SALAD

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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and drained well
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
2 cloves
1 cardamom pod
1/2 teaspoon cumin
3 1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 cup golden raisins
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the onions and garlic and cook until soft. Add the cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom and cumin and cook for 1 minute. Add the boiling water and raisins and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the water come back to a boil, stir once, cover the pot, reduce the heat and let cook for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit 10 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork, fold in cashews and reseason with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature.

Islandgirl Spencer
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


BRIAN KATLEGO KUBAYI
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was amazing!


Cecilia Akufa
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I often make it the night before a party.


Caisaun Roper
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad turned out mushy.


Hannan 07
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This is my new favorite summer salad! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Valente Cervantes
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5 stars! This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice.


Brian Mimbs
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It's easy to transport and everyone loved it.


Kabeneh Bility
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I'm not a huge fan of basmati rice, but this salad was surprisingly good. The flavors all worked well together.


xXStarryNightXx
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The dressing was a little too tangy for my taste, but otherwise this salad was delicious.


Luv Buggie
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The rice was fluffy and the vegetables were crisp.


Diana de Marillac st Julien
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This basmati rice salad was a hit at my last potluck! It's a flavorful and refreshing dish that's perfect for summer gatherings.