Indian-Style Pilaf

5.0(32)

by Robert Farrar Capon

IndianEasy, Quick, Side Dish

Servings

6 small servings

Total time

Calories / serving

165 kcal

Ingredients (10)

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Instructions (2 steps)

01If desired, wash rice and let stand in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain.
02Saute onion in butter in a pot until golden. Add cardamom pods, cinnamon, cloves, turmeric and bay leaves and saute two minutes. Add rice and saute two minutes, stirring to color all grains. Add water and salt, bring to a boil, cover and simmer over very low heat 15 to 20 minutes. Turn off heat and allow to stand, covered and undisturbed, until needed. Fluff before serving. (The whole spices are not meant to be eaten.)

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