INDIAN SPICED RICE

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This rice dish takes very little time to prepare and most of the ingredients are found in the common kitchen.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground coriander seed
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 ¼ cups dry jasmine rice
¾ teaspoon salt
½ cup dry lentils
3 cups water
1 potato, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup green peas
3 tablespoons raisins
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions, and cook, stirring frequently until they have softened. Sprinkle in the ginger, garlic, coriander, cardamom, nutmeg, and cumin. Cook for 3 minutes more, stirring frequently.
  • Pour the rice into the saucepan and saute the rice with the spices for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour the lentils and salt into the saucepan. Pour 3 cups of water into the pan, stir.
  • Place the potatoes into the pan. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover the pan and turn the heat to low. Cook for 10 minutes.
  • Place the bell pepper, peas, and raisins into the saucepan. Stir well, then cover the pan again. Cook 10 minutes more, or until the rice, potatoes, and lentils are tender. Stir in the butter, if you like. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.6 calories, Carbohydrate 87 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 12 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 466.5 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Oscar Ramos Jr
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I thought this recipe was just okay. I've had better Indian-spiced rice.


Cathy Calunsag
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my rice turned out mushy.


Malik Saifullah
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This rice is the perfect side dish for any curry.


peerbux chachar
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have them on hand.


Philip Nwafor
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This rice is so easy to make, but it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Jenny Wanja
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover rice.


zahal Abdi
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this rice again.


Aimee Mackie
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I've tried a lot of Indian-spiced rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and aromatic.


Woynshet Haile
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I'm not a big fan of Indian food, but this rice was really good. The spices were subtle and the rice was perfectly cooked.


EASTWOOD MAKUNGU
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I made this rice for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Amna Saeed
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This rice is so fluffy and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for any Indian meal.


Zohaib Ali tanoli
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. It's the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy.


Tiaan Taylor
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This is my new favorite rice recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Unicorn Cupcake
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I've never made Indian-spiced rice before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The rice was so flavorful and fragrant.


Rahma Hassan
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This rice was delicious! I used basmati rice, and it cooked perfectly. The spices were flavorful and aromatic, and the rice was fluffy and light.


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