A PILAF OF ASPARAGUS, BROAD BEANS AND MINT
A wonderful buttery taste of early summer, useful way to use up the first asparagus and beans and young garden mint. From Nigel Slater's new book Tender. Use the vegetable weights as a guide, use whatever you have.
Provided by lindseylcw
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the broad beans in salted water for 4 mins, till almost tender, drain.
- Trim asparagus into short lengths, steam for 3 mins and drain.
- wash the rice 3 times in cold water, stiring with your hand, cover with warm water, add a tsp salt and set aside for a good hour.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the bay leaves, cardamon, peppercorns,cinnamon stick, cloves, cumin seeds and thyme. Stir in the butter for a minute or two until the fragrance is released.
- Drain the rice and tip it into the warmed spices, cover with 1 cm depth of water and bring to the boil.Season with salt, cover and turn the heat down to a simmer.
- Finely slice the spring onions and chop the parsley.
- After 5 mins remove the lid and gently fold in the asparagus, beans, spring onions and parsley. Replace lid and continue to cook for 5-6 mins, until the rice is tender but still has some bite to it. All the water should have been absorbed, leave with the lid on but the heat off for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove lid, check seasoning, add extra butter if liked and fluff with a fork sprinkle over the mint.
- Can be served with minted yoghurt if liked.
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RGR COHTO
[email protected]This pilaf was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus and broad beans. It was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ahmad Only
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of asparagus, but I loved this pilaf! The broad beans and mint balanced out the asparagus flavor perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Md mehzar hossen Rana
[email protected]This pilaf was easy to make and very flavorful. The asparagus and broad beans were tender and the mint added a refreshing touch. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a delicious meal.
william Andy Koloko
[email protected]This pilaf was a hit with my family! The kids loved the asparagus and broad beans, and the adults enjoyed the complex flavors of the mint and lemon zest. I'll definitely be making this again.
Imraan Seedat
[email protected]I'm always looking for new pilaf recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. The asparagus, broad beans, and mint were a great combination, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Aakash
[email protected]This pilaf was delicious! The asparagus and broad beans were tender and flavorful, and the mint added a refreshing touch. I especially liked the addition of lemon zest, which brightened up the dish.
Gowry Nagendran
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the combination of asparagus, broad beans, and mint, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together, and the pilaf was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.
For
[email protected]This pilaf was a great way to use up some leftover asparagus and broad beans. It was quick and easy to make, and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
mario bustamante
[email protected]I love the vibrant colors of this pilaf. The asparagus, broad beans, and mint create a beautiful contrast against the golden rice. It's a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds!
Hubudar Ali
[email protected]This pilaf was easy to make and absolutely delicious. The flavors of the asparagus, broad beans, and mint complemented each other perfectly. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit with my family.
Akash Mirdha
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The asparagus and broad beans were tender and flavorful, and the mint added a refreshing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Usama Ali Vlogs
[email protected]This pilaf was a delightful surprise! The combination of asparagus, broad beans, and mint was unique and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I especially appreciated the addition of lemon zest, which added a bright, citrusy note to the dish