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How to Make A Fragrant, Spicy Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to our kitchen! Today, we are going to take you on a culinary journey with a fragrant and spicy rice recipe that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a wonderful fusion of aromatic spices and flavors that will transport you to the bustling streets of India, where the air is filled with the mouthwatering scents of cumin, turmeric, and coriander.

Our fragrant, spicy rice is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a q...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch garam masala
  • 1 pinch turmeric powder
  • ground cayenne pepper to taste
  • 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
  • 1 ½ tablespoons butter
  • 10 large fresh mushrooms, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 pinch turmeric powder
  • cayenne pepper to taste
  • ½ cup dry red lentils
  • ¾ cup vegetable broth
  • ½ cup almond slivers
  • 1 bunch cilantro sprigs

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a pot, bring 2 1/2 cups broth to a boil. Mix in green onions and peas. Season with salt, 1 pinch garam masala, 1 pinch turmeric, and cayenne pepper to taste. Stir the basmati rice into the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the mushrooms and garlic in the melted butter until lightly browned. Mix in green bell pepper and red bell pepper. Season with 1 teaspoon garam masala, 1 pinch turmeric, and cayenne pepper to taste. Stir in the lentils and 3/4 cup broth. Reduce heat to low. Cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the almonds, stirring frequently, until lightly browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Increase wok heat to medium. Mix the rice into the wok with the vegetables and lentils. Cook and stir until all liquid has evaporated. Garnish with toasted almonds and cilantro sprigs to serve.

    • Nutrition

    331 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 504mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 32mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 545mg

    Categories

    Rice recipes
    Spicy recipes
    Fragrant recipes
    Vegetarian recipes
    Quick and easy recipes