Fragrant East Indian Basmati Rice

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Fragrant East Indian Basmati Rice

Description

Make and share this Fragrant East Indian Basmati Rice recipe from Food.com.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :5 Min

Cook Time : 40 Min

Total Time : 45 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 1⁄2 cumin seed


  • 2 water


  • 1 olive oil


  • 3⁄4 salt


  • 3 -4 green cardamom pods


  • 1 cinnamon stick


  • 1 basmati rice


  • 1 curry powder


  • 1⁄8 cup frozen peas


  • 1 cashews


  • 1 fresh cilantro


  • 1 of fresh mint


  • 1⁄2 garlic paste


  • 1⁄2 ginger paste


  • 1⁄4 black mustard seeds


  • 1⁄4 teaspoon garam masala seasoning


  • 1⁄4 teaspoon sesame oil


  • 2 -4 green chili pepper

Directions

  • 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!