Yellow Basmati Rice
This fragrant and flavorful yellow basmati rice is studded with plump sweet raisins and roasted cashews for a a beautiful side dish for all your curries, kabobs, and so much more.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 366kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ medium yellow onion finely diced
- 1 cup basmati rice rinsed and drained
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 ¾ cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ½ cup golden or sultana raisins
- ½ cup roasted unsalted cashews coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley optional
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the basmati rice, curry powder, turmeric, and salt and toast the rice for about 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the broth and raisins. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer. Cover and cook 15 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Let the rice stand for 5 minutes. Add the cashews and optional cilantro or parsley and stir with the fork to combine.
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Nutrition
Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 302mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 2mg