Pilau Rice

* Exported from MasterCook II *

Pilau Rice

Recipe By :TASTE SHOW #TS4618
Serving Size : Preparation Time :
Categories :New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 cups basmati rice
4 tablespoons butter
1 onion, -- very finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, -- finely minced
4 cardamom pods
4 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
2 curry leaves OR bay leaves
1 cup chicken stock
Salt


In a strainer, thoroughly wash rice under running water. In a large
saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic 5 minutes,
until tender. Add rice and stir to thoroughly coat with butter mixture. Add
spices and mix well. Add chicken stock, 2 cups water and salt, to taste.
Bring to a boil, cover pan tightly and reduce heat to very low. Cook 15
minutes, until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. Using a fork,
fluff rice and serve.

Yield: 6 servings

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