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Fragrant Rice
A simple plain basmati rice infuse with the flavour of a few spices is all that is needed with many Indian dishes. Fragrant Basmati rice complements dishes rather than compete with them.
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Preparation: 5 minutes plus 30-60 minutes soaking (optional)
Cooking: 15 minutes
Ingredients
Fragrant Rice
- 400g basmati rice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 cardamom pods
- 1 dried chilli (optional)
To Serve
- crispy shallots or onion rings (optional)
Method
- Rice: Soak the rice in a bowl of water for 30-60 minutes, drain and rinse it until the water runs clear or simply rinse the rice without soaking until the water runs clear.
- To Cook: Place the rice in a large saucepan with the cinnamon, cardamom pods and dried chilli. Pour over 600ml of water. Place the saucepan over a moderate-high heat. Bring the water to the boil then reduce it to a simmer. Place a lid on the saucepan and leave the rice to cook for 10 minutes then remove it from the heat. Leave it for 5 minutes to steam.
- The water should have evaporated and the rice should be tender. Remove the spices from the pan and serve.
- To Serve: Serve the rice in one large or individual bowls with a little crispy onion rings sprinkled over the top (optional).
