Bokhari Rice (Saudi & Afghani)

Bokhari Rice is a popular dish in Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan. It is known for its rich flavors and aromatic spices.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Bokhari Rice (Saudi & Afghani)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Steaming Cuisine: Afghan, Saudi Arabian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati Rice
• 4 cup Chicken or Vegetable Stock
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 1 piece Cinnamon Stick
• 4 piece Cardamom Pods
• 4 piece Cloves
• 1 piece Bay Leaf
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 2 tablespoon Cashews
• 2 tablespoon Raisins
• 1 pinch Saffron
• 1 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until golden brown.
3. Add the garlic, ginger, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and bay leaf to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Stir well to coat the rice with the spices.
5. Add the chicken or vegetable stock, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt to the pot. Stir gently.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked.
7. In a small saucepan, heat water and add saffron. Let it steep for a few minutes.
8. In a separate pan, heat vegetable oil and fry the cashews and raisins until golden brown.
9. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and drizzle the saffron water over the rice. Mix gently.
10. Serve the Bokhari Rice garnished with fried cashews and raisins.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 2g

Protein 6g12%

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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.