Spiced Basmati Rice with Peanuts
Basmati rice adds a unique aroma and flavor to this spicy side dish.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup uncooked basmati rice
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2 tablespoons cooking oil
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds
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1/2 cup chopped onion
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1/3 cup unsalted dry-roasted peanuts
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1 hot green chile (such as serrano), seeded and finely chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon garam masala
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
Directions
1.
Place rice in a fine mesh sieve. Run cool water over the rice for several minutes; drain well.
2.
Heat oil in 2-quart saucepan. Add cumin seeds. Cook and stir for 10 seconds. Add onion, peanuts, chile, and garlic. Cook and stir for 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add rice, garam masala, and salt. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add broth. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff rice before serving. Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition information
Calories 223, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 2 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 432 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Total Sugar 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 2%, Calcium 1%, Iron 11%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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