BASMATI RICE PILAF
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To wash or not to wash rice? In the case of basmati, no matter what my preparation is, I always wash it. It cleans out any small particles and it also rids the rice of any starch on the grain. This starch makes the rice gummier when cooked.
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, add the rice and 4 cups of cold water. Soak the rice for 1/2 hour.
- In a small bowl, add the cumin seeds, cardamom, fennel seeds, cinnamon, black peppercorns, and bay leaves and stir to combine. Turn the mixture out onto a baking sheet and put it in the center of the oven to lightly toast the spices and awaken the flavors, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the spices to cool.
- Heat a medium saute pan over medium heat and add the butter and the onion. Season with salt and cook until the onions are translucent but not brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the spices. Drain the rice but reserve the soaking water. Stir in the rice and cook until you hear the rice crackling, about 2 minutes. Gently stir in the reserved soaking water. Season with a generous portion of salt and bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat.
- Cook the rice over medium-low heat, uncovered and undisturbed, for about 8 minutes. Take a fork (so as not to damage the rice) and flake a few grains off to taste for doneness. It may need to be cooked another 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow the rice to "rest" (as you would a roast beef) for 10 minutes before "forking" it gently into a serving bowl. Stir in 3 tablespoons of butter, if desired, and serve.
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Ryiker Wiseman
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of rice, but this recipe changed my mind! The rice is cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves rice or is looking for a new side dish to try.
Ej Allsopp
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious option. I love that it's also a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.
Judith Mikado
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavor and the texture of the rice. I will definitely be making this again.
Abubakar Jibril
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The rice is cooked to perfection and the flavors are incredible. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy side dish.
Melody Williams
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion, and it's always a hit with my guests.
Stephen McCullough
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The rice cooks up in just 15 minutes, and it's so delicious and flavorful. I love that it's also a healthy option.
Carrie Wood
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The rice is cooked perfectly and the flavors are incredible. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves rice or is looking for a new side dish to try.
Harold Whitley
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. The rice is cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing. I love that it's also a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.
Muhammad Saeed ahmad
[email protected]I've tried many basmati rice pilaf recipes, but this one is by far the best. The rice is cooked perfectly and the flavors are incredible. I love the addition of the toasted almonds and pistachios. This recipe is a keeper!
Attiq Minxai
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of rice, but this recipe changed my mind! The rice is cooked to perfection and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves rice or is looking for a new side dish to try.
Sumit Giri
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and delicious option. I love that it's also a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.
Jashan Kumar
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavor and the texture of the rice. I will definitely be making this again.
hk comedy
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The rice is cooked to perfection and the flavors are incredible. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy side dish.
Grace Garrett
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for any occasion, and it's always a hit with my guests.
Rana G
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy side dish. The rice cooks up in just 15 minutes, and it's so delicious and flavorful. I love that it's also a healthy option.
Nwonu Emmanuel
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The rice was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the addition of the toasted almonds and pistachios.
Jabir Mustafasulaiman
[email protected]This is the best basmati rice pilaf recipe I've ever tried! It's so flavorful and fluffy, and it pairs perfectly with any type of protein or vegetable. I will definitely be making this again and again.