Fragrant Spiced Basmati Rice Recipes

Ingredients :

4 cups water

1 tsp sea salt

2 cups whole grain basmati rice

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp ground cardamom

1/2 tsp ground saffron

1 tsp cumin seed

1/4 tsp white pepper

1/4 cup fresh green peas, shelled

1/4 cup pine nuts, optional

Method :

Bring water and salt to boil and stir in basmati rice. Lower heat and cook, covered for 30 to 45 minutes, or until rice is tender. While rice is cooking, heat oil in a small skillet and saute garlic, cardamom, saffron, cumin seed, and white pepper. Stir in peas and cook until tender. Stir spice mixture into cooked rice. Add pine nuts if desired.

Nutty tasting whole grain basmati rice combines with cardamom, saffron, and fresh green peas to make an exotic, delicately spiced side dish for fish or tempeh dishes. It's also a great lunch treat all on its own.

Serves 4

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