Rice Pilaf Recipe

Rice Seasoned with Sweet Spices

Melt in a saucepan:

2-3 Tablespoons unsalted butter

Add whole spices:

3/4 teaspoon cumin seed

9 whole cloves

8-9 whole black peppercorns

5 whole cardamom seeds

3 Indian bay leaves

3 inches cinnamon stick, broken

Add and sauté until transparent:

3 medium onions, chopped

Add:

1 1/2 cup uncooked basmati or other long-grain rice, rinsed

1-1 1/2 teaspoons salt

3 cups water

Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, until the water is absorbed and the rice is soft. Do not stir.

When the rice is cooked, you may add for extra color and flavor:

a pinch saffron

a pinch turmeric

fresh coriander leaves (cilantro)

cooked peas (opt.)

Mix very gently. You may remove the whole spices before serving, or not; just advise your family or guests to avoid eating them.

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