Ingredients
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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4 whole cloves
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3 black cardamom seeds
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6 whole black peppercorns
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2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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2 tablespoons water
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1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
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2 cups uncooked basmati rice, rinsed and drained
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4 cups water
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salt to taste
Directions
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Heat the oil in a deep heavy skillet over low heat. Add the cloves, cardamom seeds, peppercorns and cinnamon sticks. Cook for a few minutes to bring out the aroma of the spices. Stir the garlic powder and 2 tablespoons of water together to make a paste; mix into the pan with the spices.
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Add the green peas to the pan, cover and cook for about 5 minutes.
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Add the remaining 4 cups of water and rice to the pan. Season with a little salt. Bring to a boil, then cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed. Taste, and adjust the salt before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 313 | Calories |
| 5g | Fat |
| 59g | Carbs |
| 7g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 313 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Sodium 63mg | 3% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 7g | 13% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium 52mg | 4% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 138mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
