Pilaf-Style Basmati Rice Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp canola oil
3 inches piece cinnamon sticks, halved
2 green cardamom pods
2 whole cloves
1/4 cup thinly sliced onion
1 cup basmati rice
1 tsp table salt
1 1/2 cups water

Directions:

Heat oil in a medium saucepan until almost smoking. Add whole spices and cook until they pop. Add onions and cook until translucent, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes. Add rice and stir about 1 minute, until a nutty smell develops.
Add salt and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, cover tightly and cook until water has all been absorbed, about 17 minutes. Let stand, covered, another 10 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	137.33 Kcal (575 kJ)
Calories from fat	36.82 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.09g	6%
Sodium	583.44mg	24%
Potassium	31.32mg	1%
Total Carbs	24.31g	8%
Sugars	0.29g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0.74g	3%
Protein	1.85g	4%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	1%
Iron	23.7mg	131%
Calcium	10.9mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	85.72 Kcal (359 kJ)
Calories from fat	22.98 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	2.55g	6%
Sodium	364.16mg	24%
Potassium	19.55mg	1%
Total Carbs	15.17g	8%
Sugars	0.18g	1%
Dietary Fiber	0.46g	3%
Protein	1.15g	4%
Vitamin C	0.3mg	1%
Iron	14.8mg	131%
Calcium	6.8mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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