SPICED RICE WITH PEPPERS AND PEAS

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We love the combination of fresh herbs, smoky roasted peppers, and sweet peas in this flavor-packed rice dish. It serves as the base for Martha's Beef Biryani.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Yield Makes 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 1/2 cups basmati rice
1/2 jalapeno chile
3 cardamom pods
1 cinnamon stick
Kosher salt
2 cups frozen peas, thawed (or use cooked fresh peas)
2 red bell peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded, and diced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Place rice in a bowl and add enough water to cover. Swirl water to rinse rice and drain. Repeat process 3 to 4 more times until water is clear. Cover rice with clean water and soak for 30 minutes, then drain.
  • In a large pot, combine rice, jalapeno, cardamom, cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt, and 8 cups water. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Cook until the rice is just tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Drain rice in a colander, then rinse under running water, shake, and let drain. Transfer to a large bowl and fold in peas, peppers, cilantro, mint, and 1/2 teaspoon salt before serving.

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