Spiced Rice
Elevate your side dishes with this fragrant and flavorful Spiced Rice recipe, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and tender basmati rice. Infused with earthy cumin, warming cinnamon, and delicate cardamom, this dish is a symphony of bold yet balanced flavors. Freshly sautéed onion, garlic, and ginger provide a savory base, while vibrant turmeric and sweet green peas add color and texture. Cooked to fluffy perfection, this one-pot recipe is simple yet irresistibly elegant, taking just 40 minutes from prep to table. Garnished with bright cilantro, Spiced Rice is a versatile accompaniment to curries, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables, or it can even shine on its own as a light meal. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight dinners, this dish is a flavorful journey you won't forget!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 3 pieces cardamom pods
- 4 pieces cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.
Heat the vegetable oil or ghee in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves to the pan. Toast the spices for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the turmeric powder and salt, stirring to combine.
Add the rinsed basmati rice to the pan. Stir well to coat the rice in the spice mixture.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
After 15 minutes, remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork.
Add the frozen peas to the rice and stir gently. Replace the lid and let the residual heat steam the peas for 5 minutes.
Remove the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves before serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2414 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.4 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 826 mg | 18% | |
*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.
