THE GOLD-STANDARD GRAINS

(Our Play on Restaurant Pilau Rice)

THE GOLD-STANDARD GRAINS

Ingredients: 300g Basmati Rice, 1 Cinnamon stick, 3 Cardamom pods, 2 Cloves, 0.5 tsp Turmeric, 600ml Boiling water...

Ingredients

  • 300g Basmati Rice
  • 1 Cinnamon stick
  • 3 Cardamom pods
  • 2 Cloves
  • 0.5 tsp Turmeric
  • 600ml Boiling water

Cooking Method

  1. The Rinse Wash rice 3 times; soak for 10 minutes then drain.
  2. The Toast Fry whole spices and turmeric in 1 tbsp oil; stir in rice until glistening yellow.
  3. The Absorption Add boiling water and salt; cover with a tight lid and turn to the lowest setting.
  4. The Steam Let sit covered for 5 minutes after turning off heat; fluff with a fork.

Cuisine: Indian

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