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Basmati Pulao with Spices recipe icon

Basmati Pulao with Spices

Fragrant rice with cardamom, cloves, and turmeric. The grains remain fluffy, each one absorbing the flavor of spices and ghee. The dish is cooked in a single pan and works perfectly as a side dish for meat and vegetable dishes.

Total
60 min
Standard serving
116.4 g

Ingredients

Total 7

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Rinse the rice under running water several times until the water runs clear. Soak it in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain it in a strainer and let it dry.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Dissolve turmeric and salt in a glass of water.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Heat clarified butter in a thick-bottomed skillet. Fry cardamom seeds and cloves in it for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Add the rice and fry, stirring, for another 30 seconds.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Pour in the water with turmeric, add another 2 cups of water, stir and bring to a boil over high heat.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Do not stir during cooking.

  7. 7

    Step 7

    5 minutes before the dish is ready, add the frozen peas. Continue cooking covered without stirring.

  8. 8

    Step 8

    Add a few pieces of clarified butter to taste and let the dish steep for a few minutes under the lid.

  9. 9

    Step 9

    Stir with a fork before serving to separate the grains.

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