Basmati Rice Salad Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 c. Basmati rice rinsed till water runs clear, and liquid removed well
- 3 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
- 1 lrg Onion thinly sliced
- 2 x Garlic cloves minced
- 1 x Cinnamon stick
- 1 x Bay leaf
- 2 whl cloves
- 1 x Cardamom pod
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 3 1/2 c. Boiling water
- 1/2 c. Golden brown raisins Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
- 1/2 c. Cashews
Directions
- Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add in the onions and garlic and cook till soft. Add in the cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom and cumin and cook for 1 minute. Add in the boiling water and raisins and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the water come back to a boil, stir once, cover the pot, reduce the heat and let cook for 12 to 15 min.
- Remove from heat and let sit 10 min. Remove lid and fluff with a fork, mix in cashews and reseason with salt and pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature.
- This recipe yields 4 servings.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 363g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 546 | |
| Calories from Fat 164 | 30% |
| Total Fat 18.98g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 2.55g | 10% |
| Trans Fat 0.26g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 125mg | 5% |
| Potassium 270mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 84.15g | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 9% |
| Sugars 2.42g | 2% |
| Protein 9.81g | 16% |
