EID Recipe- Celebrate The Special Day With Pilau Rice

Pilau rice is a popular rice dish that originated in the Middle East and South Asia but has become a staple in many cuisines worldwide. The dish is made by cooking rice with a variety of spices and herbs, giving it a flavorful and aromatic taste. The spices used in pilau rice can vary, but common ingredients include cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Additional ingredients like onions, garlic, and vegetables can also be added to the dish.

Pilau rice is often served as a side dish to meat or vegetable curries, but it can also be enjoyed on its own as a flavorful and filling meal. The dish can be made with a variety of different types of rice, such as basmati, jasmine, or long-grain rice, and the cooking method can also vary depending on the recipe. Pilau rice is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways.

Ingredients

2 cups of basmati rice
4 cups of water
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
1 teaspoon of coriander seeds
1 cinnamon stick
4 cardamom pods
4 cloves
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Optional: 1/2 cup of peas or diced carrots

Method

- Rinse the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes.

- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent.

- Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Stir well to coat the rice with the spices and onion mixture.

- Add 4 cups of water to the pot and stir in the salt. If using peas or diced carrots, add them to the pot.

- Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook the rice for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked through.

- Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit covered for 5-10 minutes.

- Fluff the rice with a fork and remove the cinnamon stick and cardamom pods before serving.