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Spiced Basmati Rice


Basmati rice has a typical pandan-like (Pandanus fascicularis leaf) flavour caused by the aroma compound 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline.[1]Basmati rice is often used for cooking biryani, pulao, and sometimes kheer










Ingredients :
- 2 cups white basmati rice
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1-3 inch cinnamon stick
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- pinch of turmeric
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup yellow golden raisin (optional)

Preparation :
Rinse rise in several changes of cold water until water runs clear,drain well
In deep skillet or large pan heat butter and olive oil on high heat,add onion,saute for about 2-3 minutes add basmati rice,stir cook about 2 minutes
add chicken broth,bay leaves  and cinnamon stick and cardamom powder  and golden raisin over high heat, then reduce heat to low and cook,covered until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed about 15 minutes stir frequently ,discard bay leaves and cinnamon stick before you serve.
* serve as a side dish is best *

Have a great weekend !!
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  1. TinaRBKJune 16, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    I like the spices you used here. I am always leaning towards the soy-sesame or southwestern flavors in rice, but this does sound like a tasty change of pace. Cinnamon and cardamon is always in the spice rack, so this recipe may be on the table soon. Hope you are enjoying the weekend!

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  2. Engineers Love CookingJune 16, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    I will try it today, eat it with grill chicken. Without the spices it will be chicken rice.

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  3. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeJune 16, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    You've made me hungry for rice! I need to work it into our menu next week. You'll have a fantastic time in France....and the weather should be better next month :)

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  4. SuziJune 16, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    This sounds tasty and I do like the spices, I don't use cardamom much but I love the way it smells. I bet it is lovely in rice. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  5. Choc Chip Uru @ Go Bake YourselfJune 17, 2012 at 2:23 AM

    I am loving this it is a favourite twist of mine away from normal rice :D

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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  6. ila(MyWayToCook)June 17, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Hi Ridwan, perfect recipe. We also add a teaspoon of cummin seeds( Jintan Putih) in almost every recipe of rice.

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  7. Peggy G.June 17, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    This brings normal rice to a whole new level! Love the combination of flavors used in this dish =)

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  8. Nava KJune 17, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    Basmati is the only type of rice I cook because its the best recommend for diabetic. My other half is diabetic so I switched to basmati long time ago.

    Lovely spices and that chicken broth added is new to me, simple and flavourful.

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  9. KalyanJune 17, 2012 at 12:33 PM

    the rice looks so easy to prepare and delicious...mouthwatering!

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  10. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.June 17, 2012 at 10:58 PM

    This rice looks delicious, Ridwan! Love the spices you added! My rice is always plain and boring! lol

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  11. Kitchen SimmerJune 18, 2012 at 6:07 AM

    I love basmati rice and this is so flavorful and aromatic it's perfect!! I love the use of pandan leaves here too!! Congratulations on Top 9!! ~ Ramona :)

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  12. grubarazziJune 18, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    Really cool spice blend for basmati. I am definitely trying this.

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  13. Anne@FromMySweetHeartJune 18, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    This looks simply beautiful. Cardamom is my favorite spice to work with. And I can only imagine how fragrant and delicious this rice is with the addition of cardamom and cinnamon! I look forward to trying it! So nice to see this recipe in the Top 9 today! Congrats! : )

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  14. Cucina49June 18, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    Congratulations on your top 9 for this one! It looks delicious--a great savory side dish.

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