How To Make Carrot Rice
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups of basmati rice
- 2 large carrots, grated
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp oil
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
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Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
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Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and green chili. Saute until the onions turn golden brown.
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Add the grated carrot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the pan. Stir well to combine with the carrots and onions.
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Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix everything together.
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Pour 3 cups of water into the pan and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked through and all the water is absorbed.
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Remove from heat and fluff the rice gently with a fork.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 280kcal
- Total Fat : 6g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 400mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 50g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 5g
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