Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

basmati rice

washed and drained

3 tbsp

olive oil

3 unit

cardamom pods

3 unit

whole cloves

1 unit

cinnamon stick

2-inch

10 unit

curry leaves

fresh, torn up

2 clove

garlic

crushed to a pulp

2 tsp

fresh ginger

finely grated peeled

6 unit

lemon grass

bottom 6 inches, cut into 2 pieces

1 cup

cilantro

finely chopped

2.67 cup

chicken stock

1 tsp

salt

Step 1
~7 min

Wash the basmati rice in several changes of water and drain.

Step 2
~7 min

Soak the drained rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain again.

Step 3
~7 min

Pour olive or canola oil into a medium-sized, heavy pan and heat over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~7 min

Add cardamom pods, whole cloves, and a cinnamon stick to the hot oil. Let them sizzle for 5 seconds.

Step 5
~7 min

Add fresh curry leaves (or torn basil leaves), crushed garlic, grated ginger, and lemon grass pieces to the pan. Stir for a minute.

Step 6
~7 min

Add the drained rice and chopped cilantro to the pan. Turn heat to medium and stir for a minute.

Step 7
~7 min

Add chicken stock and salt to the pan and bring to a boil.

Step 8
~7 min

Cover the pan tightly, reduce heat to very low, and cook gently for 25 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, toast the rice in the oil for a few minutes before adding the stock.

Adjust the amount of salt according to the saltiness of your chicken stock.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or vegetables.

Pairs well with Sri Lankan curries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sri Lankan Chicken Curry
Grilled Fish
Vegetable Stir-fry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sri Lanka

Cultural Significance

Rice is a staple food in Sri Lanka.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Served during festive occasions and celebrations.

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Side Dish
Celebration
Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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