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Pilau recipe
A fragrant rice dish bursting with spices and flavor.
Ingredients
- 300 g basmati rice
- 50 ml vegetable oil
- 1 unit onion
- 3 unit garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 1 unit carrot
- 100 g peas
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 600 ml water
How to make Pilau
- Rinse 300 g of basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear and then drain well.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until it's shimmering and ready to sauté the vegetables.
- Add 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the mixture is golden and fragrant.
- Stir in 1 diced carrot, 200 g of peas, 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, and 1 teaspoon of coriander powder, cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the rinsed basmati rice, 600 ml of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot. Stir to combine everything well before boiling.
- Once the mixture reaches a boil, cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
- After cooking, remove the pot from heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Fluff the pilau gently with a fork before serving warm, garnished as desired.
What is Pilau?
Pilau is a traditional dish from Kenya. It takes about 45 minutes to prepare, is considered medium to make at home, and uses 11 ingredients.
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