SAFFRON RICE

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A very fragrant Indian side dish! I just love the cardamom! Ghee can be bought in any supermaket if you want check out my recipe to make it. Check out this thread http://www.recipezaar.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=226770 on step x step pictures to make this.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups basmati rice
1 teaspoon saffron thread
3 tablespoons boiling water or 3 tablespoons chicken broth, plus
4 cups boiling water or 4 cups chicken broth
6 tablespoons ghee or 6 tablespoons butter
2 inches cinnamon sticks
4 whole cloves
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 minced garlic clove
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

Steps:

Place the saffron in a small bowl and cover with 3 tablespoons of boiling water.
Soak for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat the butter over moderate heat in a large 3 or 4 quart stockpot.
Add the cinnamon and cloves and stir well.
Add the onions, garlic and saute for about 2 minutes.
Add the rice and stir for about 5 minutes.
Pour in the 4 cups of boiling water or broth, salt, and the cardamom.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Add the saffron and its soaking water.
Stir gently.
Cover, reduce heat, and cook for 25 minutes.
Fluff, remove cloves and cinnamon sticks and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.3, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 1176.2, Carbohydrate 75.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.5, Protein 7.8

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