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Category: Main Course
Saffron Rice with Peas and Cashews - TastyPlanner.com
Chef: Barlowgirl
This slightly sweet and nutty rice has the golden flavor of saffron that spreads throughout the dish as the rice cooks. It also has tender little peas and cashews that have been softened in cooking. This mix of colors and flavors is warming and refreshing. We serve it with good lamb curry or eat it on its own with a little yogurt for a light vegetarian dinner.
Recipe Source: www.thekitchn.com
Ingredients
1 tablespoon oil
2 cups Basmati rice, well-rinsed and washed
1/2 teaspoon (2 pinches) saffron threads
1 cup unroasted, lightly salted cashew halves
1 cup frozen organic peas
3 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Instructions
Wash and drain rice. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a 4-quart pot. Add the rice and fry a couple minutes. Add the saffron threads and cashew halves and fry for another minute. Add the peas, fry for a few moments, then add the water, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes.
Take off the lid and turn the heat off. Stir in the garam masala and salt to taste. Let the rice sit to “dry” for a few minutes. Serve.
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Recipe Comments
My basmati rice took more time and more water to cook (the lid of my pot didn’t seal completely, either). Also, the peas lost most of their color during the long cook time – I might wait until later in the recipe to add them. Perfect with the Spicy Lamb Curry!
