FRAGRANT EAST INDIAN BASMATI RICE
Make and share this Fragrant East Indian Basmati Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by The Spice Guru
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- TOAST 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds over medium heat in a pot you wish to cook your rice in, until seeds become aromatic and lightly pop.
- ADD 2 cups water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 4 whole green cardamom pods or 3/8 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/8 cup frozen peas (optional). NOTE: ADD the curry powder or turmeric from the CREATIVE ADDITIONS FOR YELLOW RICE; ADD up to 4 of the remaining suggested ingredients now as well, if desired.
- RAISE heat to high.
- BRING to a boil.
- ADD 1 cup basmati rice.
- COVER.
- BOIL 1 1/2 minutes.
- REDUCE heat to lowest setting for 40-45 minutes.
- REMOVE cardamom pods and cinnamon stick if desired; FLUFF rice with a fork before serving.
- SERVE with your favorite Indian entree and enjoy!
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