Basmati Rice with Black Cardamom
Infuse your kitchen with the warm, smoky aroma of black cardamom with this simple yet elegant recipe for Basmati Rice with Black Cardamom. Perfectly fluffy basmati rice is elevated with the earthy depth of whole black cardamom pods, lightly sautéed in oil or ghee for an irresistible fragrance. With just 5 minutes of prep time and an effortless simmer, this dish is both quick and gourmet, making it an ideal side to pair with curries, grilled meats, or hearty vegetables. Whether you're crafting a sophisticated dinner or craving aromatic comfort food, this recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds while filling your home with the captivating scent of Southeast Asian spices.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 Black cardamom pods
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Oil or ghee
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. This helps ensure fluffy rice.
In a medium saucepan, heat the oil or ghee over medium heat.
Add the black cardamom pods to the oil and sauté for 30-40 seconds until they release their aroma.
Add the rinsed basmati rice to the saucepan and stir gently for 1-2 minutes to coat the rice with the aromatic oil mixture.
Pour in the water and add the salt. Stir briefly to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Allow the rice to simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid to let the steam cook it through.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice rest for an additional 5 minutes, keeping the lid on.
Gently fluff the rice with a fork, removing the black cardamom pods before serving.
Serve the fragrant basmati rice warm as a side dish or on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 497 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 57 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
