Indian Restaurant Rice Recipe
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Description
Indian cuisine is famous for its aromatic, flavorful, and colorful dishes. One of the most popular dishes in Indian cuisine is rice. Indian restaurant-style rice is a fragrant and delicious dish that is easy to make at home. This recipe uses a combination of aromatic spices and herbs to create a flavorful and delicious dish that will be the perfect accompaniment to any Indian meal.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is about 10-15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is about 20-25 minutes.Ingredients
- 2 cups of Basmati rice
- 3 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of ghee or oil
- 1 bay leaf
- 2-3 green cardamom pods
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3-4 cloves
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon of ginger paste
- 1 teaspoon of garlic paste
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro
Equipment
- A medium-sized pot with a tight-fitting lid
- A wooden spoon
- A chopping board and a sharp knife
- A measuring cup and spoon
- A fork
Method
- Start by washing the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice in water for 20-30 minutes.
- Heat the ghee or oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Once the ghee or oil is hot, add the bay leaf, green cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cumin seeds.
- Stir for a minute or until the spices start to release their aroma.
- Add the chopped onions, green chilies, ginger paste, and garlic paste, and sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
- Add the soaked rice and sauté for a minute or until the rice is well coated with the spices.
- Add water and salt to taste, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve hot with your favorite Indian curry or dish.
Notes
- Make sure to use good quality basmati rice for this recipe.
- Soaking the rice before cooking will help to make it fluffy and light.
- You can adjust the amount of green chilies according to your taste.
- Make sure to use a tight-fitting lid to ensure that the rice cooks evenly.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 204 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg
- Sodium: 181 mg
- Potassium: 84 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Vitamin A: 50 IU
- Vitamin C: 3.3 mg
- Calcium: 21 mg
- Iron: 0.8 mg
Recipe Tips
- You can add some saffron or turmeric to the rice to give it a more vibrant color.
- If you don't have all the spices listed in the recipe, you can skip some of them or substitute with other spices that you have on hand.
- You can also add some vegetables like peas, carrots, or bell peppers to the rice to make it more nutritious.
- Leftover rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Bon Appétit!
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