Spiced Basmati Rice

Difficulty:
1/5

Ease of preparation rating: Easy

Yield: 4 servings

 

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil

1 small onion, diced

1 small stick of cinnamon, split in half

1 teaspoon (5 ml) cumin powder

1 star anise

3 cups (720 ml) vegetable stock

2 cups (480 ml) basmati rice

½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt

1 cup (240 ml) frozen mixed peas and carrots

 

Method:

Heat vegetable oil in an oven-safe pot or casserole dish on medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add onion, cinnamon, cumin powder, and star anise. Stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until spices are fragrant and onions are translucent. Add stock, rice, and salt to pot. Bring to a boil. Add peas and carrots. Turn down to medium-low heat. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let stand for 2 minutes. Fluff and serve.