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This fragrant Indian spiced rice dish wakes up ho-hum plain rice. The spice, Garam Masala, includes cardamon, cumin, cinnamon, coriander and black pepper adds layers of delicious flavor. The spice has become easier to find in most grocery stores.
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Indian Fragrant Rice

This fragrant Indian spiced rice dish wakes up ho-hum plain rice. The spice, Garam Masala, includes cardamon, cumin, cinnamon, coriander and black pepper adds layers of delicious flavor. The spice has become easier to find in most grocery stores.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Keyword Indian Fragrant Rice
Servings 6
Author Debby - www.AFeastfortheEyes.net

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown basmatic rice or white basmati rice
  • 2 teaspoons Garam masala spice found in most grocery stores
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 1 small clove garlic finely minced
  • 2 cups chicken stock or water
  • 1/4 cup golden raisins or regular
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • GARNISH:
  • 1 green onion thinly sliced
  • Cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  • Use enough olive oil to thinly coat the bottom of a pot with a tightly fitted cover.
  • Saute the onion and garlic, just until fragrant and slightly translucent.
  • Add the rice, and cook for about 2 minutes, to lightly toast.
  • Add the garam masala spice and stir, and then add the chicken stock (or water).
  • Cook on medium low heat for about 40 minutes, until all the liquid has evaporated.
  • Add the frozen peas and gently stir to fluff the rice.
  • Garnish with green onion or cilantro, if desired.