The Easy 30 Minute Pilau Rice
Easy pilau rice! This recipe uses a blend of spices to create a delicious and aromatic side dish that is easy to prepare and delicious with your favourite curry recipes!
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Servings: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 20 g (1 ½ tablespoon) salted butter
- 1 brown onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 sprigs thyme, leaves picked
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- 250 g (1 ¼ cups) basmati rice
- 500 ml (2 cups) vegetable stock
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large skillet with a tight-fitting lid over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until soft and translucent.
- Add the thyme, bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon stick, cumin, turmeric, and ground coriander to the skillet. Continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the basmati rice, ensuring that all the grains are well coated with the spice mixture.
- Pour in the hot vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to very low, cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer gently for about 11 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the stock has been absorbed.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Fluff the rice with a fork and let it stand for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Rinse First: Before cooking, always rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch, preventing the rice from becoming sticky during cooking.
- Use a lid: A tight-fitting lid ensures proper steam cooking. If your pot doesn't have a good lid, a clean kitchen towel under the lid can help seal in steam, ensuring fluffy rice.
- Reheating Tips: When reheating pilau rice, add a splash of water to keep it moist. Microwave or steam until it's piping hot throughout. Always reheat rice only once.
- Experiment with Add-ins: Pilau rice is versatile. Add veggies like peas or carrots for a colourful twist or raisins for a touch of sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 541mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 423IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
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