Basmati Rice Pilaf

Basmati rice is a long-grain rice known for its fragrance and delicate flavor. It is commonly used in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Basmati Rice Pilaf

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1120

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati Rice
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 1 medium Onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 piece Cinnamon Stick
• 1 teaspoon Cardamom Pods (crushed)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cup Water
• 1 cup Frozen Mixed Vegetables
• 2 tablespoon Cashews (chopped)
• 2 tablespoon Golden Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, cinnamon stick, crushed cardamom pods, and salt. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Add the rinsed basmati rice and sauté for 2 minutes, until lightly toasted.
6. Add water and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. In a separate pan, sauté the frozen mixed vegetables until tender.
9. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, then gently stir in the sautéed vegetables, chopped cashews, golden raisins, chopped cilantro, and lemon juice.
10. Cover the pan and let the rice pilaf rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 1g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.