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Rice with Yogurt
Soft basmati rice cooked in oil and vegetable broth, creating a creamy and slightly tangy dish thanks to the yogurt.
vegetarian
boiled
rice
main dish
Ingredients
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 200 gbasmati rice
  • oil
  • 400 mlvegetable broth
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • cardamom in powder
  • coriander powder (cilantro)
  • 1 cullcoriander seeds
  • 1 cullsunflower seeds
  • 1 culltoasted sesame seeds
  • 115 gnatural yogurt
Nutritional Information

Per Serving (Approx.)

Calories
268 kcal
Protein
11 g
Fat
13 g
Carbohydrates
30 g

Disclaimer: These values are estimates based on ingredient types and may not be precise.

Step-by-step Guide

Preparation

  • Lightly toast the sesame and sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden. Stir often to prevent burning.
  • Heat the wok or a large pan over medium-high heat and sauté the crushed garlic and ground spices for 1 minute. Stir constantly to release the aromas and prevent burning.
  • Add the rice and boiling vegetable broth. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and let cook for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is done and has absorbed the liquid.
  • Incorporate the toasted seeds and yogurt, mixing well to integrate all ingredients evenly.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately while hot.
  • Before serving, we can garnish with a bit of chopped parsley on top to add color and freshness.
Recommendations & Tricks
  • Note: these measurements are for 4 servings. You can adjust the ingredients proportionally according to the number of diners.
  • For a more intense flavor, you can add your favorite spices. Try using turmeric, cumin, or star anise to give the rice a special touch.
  • Make sure to rinse the basmati rice under cold water until it runs clear, to remove excess starch and achieve loose, perfect grains.
  • Use mild olive oil to avoid overpowering the flavor of the dish.
  • Heat the vegetable broth before adding it to the rice; this helps maintain a stable temperature and cooks the rice evenly.
  • Grind the cardamom into powder with a mortar before adding it, to achieve a fresher and more aromatic flavor.
  • Lightly toast the coriander and sunflower seeds in a dry pan before using them, to enhance their flavor.
  • When sautéing garlic, do so on low heat to prevent it from burning and imparting a bitter taste to the dish.