Spiced Rice

Elevate your side dishes with this fragrant and flavorful Spiced Rice recipe, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and tender basmati rice. Infused with earthy cumin, warming cinnamon, and delicate cardamom, this dish is a symphony of bold yet balanced flavors. Freshly sautéed onion, garlic, and ginger provide a savory base, while vibrant turmeric and sweet green peas add color and texture. Cooked to fluffy perfection, this one-pot recipe is simple yet irresistibly elegant, taking just 40 minutes from prep to table. Garnished with bright cilantro, Spiced Rice is a versatile accompaniment to curries, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables, or it can even shine on its own as a light meal. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight dinners, this dish is a flavorful journey you won't forget!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 4 cups water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or ghee
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 piece cinnamon stick
• 3 pieces cardamom pods
• 4 pieces cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside to drain.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil or ghee in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves to the pan. Toast the spices for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and golden brown.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the turmeric powder and salt, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Add the rinsed basmati rice to the pan. Stir well to coat the rice in the spice mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

Step 10

After 15 minutes, remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 11

Add the frozen peas to the rice and stir gently. Replace the lid and let the residual heat steam the peas for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves before serving.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1682.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	936.2

Total Fat 30.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2413.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 25.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 236.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 825.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.9%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 60.3%