cumin-scented white rice
Updated on Jun 30, 2016
This rice takes on a smoky-sweet flavor and a nutty texture. Recipe from Food and Wine.
prep time
20 Min
cook time
35 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening (or lard)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 - bay leaves
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
How To Make cumin-scented white rice
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Step 1Heat the shortening (or lard) in a saucepan. Add the garlic and onion and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are translucent - approx. 5 minutes.
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Step 2Stir in the cumin and bay leaves and cook until the cumin becomes fragrant - approx. 2 minutes. Add the rice, stirring to coat with the shortening or lard. Add the water and salt and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat for about 18 minutes.
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Step 3Remove the pan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for about 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, discard the bay leaves and serve.
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