Monday, 14 October 2013

Chili Lime Dunar Basmati Rice Recipe

1 C. Dunar basmati rice, rinsed & well drained (uncooked)3 T. butter3/4 C. onion, diced to about 1/4"1 1/2 t. minced garlic1/2 t. chili powder1 T. fresh lime juice1 1 /2 t. minced lime zest2 T. cream (or milk)1 1/4 t. salt1 T. chopped fresh cilantro2 T. thinly sliced chives Preheat oven 375 degrees.

Place well drained rice in a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
Melt the butter in a nonstick or heavy saucepan.  Add onion & saute over medium heat until soft, about 2 minutes.  Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
Add chili powder, lime juice, lime zest, cream and 1 1/2 C. water - bring to boil.
Stir entire mixture into the rice in baking dish.  Seal tightly with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender & all liquid is absorbed.
Fluff with a fork, then fold in chives & cilantro before serving.


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