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Sweet Saffron Rice | ||||||||||||
Course : Curry Source: The Book of Curries and Indian Food, Linda Fraser 1989 Serves: 4 |
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Ingredients:
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Preparation / Directions:Place rice in a sieve and rinse under cold running water until water runs clear. Put rice in a bowl with 2-1/2 cups water and soak 30 minutes. Put saffron in a small bowl, add boiling water and soak. Heat oil in a heavy saucepan, add cloves, cardamom pods and cinnamon and cook 1 minute. Drain rice and reserve the soaking water. Add rice to the pan and cook 2-3 minutes until opaque and light golden. Stir in reserved water, saffron and its soaking water, raisins, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer 12-15 minutes, stirring once or twice until liquid is absorbed and rice is very tender. Remove spices before serving. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes:
The whole spices in the rice are not meant to be eaten.
*Bruise the cardamom pods by placing in a plastic bag and smashing slightly with a rolling pin or hammer.
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