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Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• coconut milk
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 In a large saucepan over high heat, combine rice, coconut milk and salt; bring to a boil.
2. 2 Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

By Emma Maher

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• yellow split pea
• carrot
• water
• olive oil

Instructions

1. 1 Combine split peas and carrots in a small saucepan and add water to cover by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer until peas are tender, about 30 minutes. Add additional water as needed so that peas don't stick to the bottom of the pan.
2. 2 Add rice and 2/3 cup water to the saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until rice is tender, about 12 minutes.
3. 3 Remove from heat and add olive oil. Mash or puree to your desired consistency, making it smoother for younger babies or perhaps chunkier for older babies.

By Diana Moutsopoulos

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• soy margarine
• nutritional yeast
• garlic powder
• basil
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 In a saucepan bring 3 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and all liquid is absorbed.
2. 2 Melt margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in remaining 2/3 cup water, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, basil and salt; heat for 5 minutes. Stir in cooked rice and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.

By veggigoddess

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• butter
• sweet onion
• half-and-half
• salt
• swiss cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2-quart baking dish.
2. 2 Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and sprinkle in rice. Stir, reduce heat to low, and simmer rice until it is half-cooked about 5 minutes. Drain rice, and set aside.
3. 3 Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir onions until translucent but not browned, about 8 minutes. Mix cooked onions and butter in the skillet with rice; stir in half-and-half, salt, and 1 3/4 cup of Swiss cheese. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup Swiss cheese over top.
4. 4 Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until rice is tender and top is lightly browned, about 1 hour.

By Bobbie Gibson Paulson

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• coconut oil
• butter
• coconut
• lime
• coconut milk
• chicken broth
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse rice until the water runs clear; drain.
2. 2 Heat coconut oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add rice and coconut flakes; cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in lime juice, then add coconut milk, chicken broth, lime zest, and salt. Bring to a low boil.
3. 3 Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season with pepper before serving.

By Karmabelle

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• chicken stock
• vegetable oil
• onion
• bay leaf
• salt
• butter

Instructions

1. 1 Heat chicken stock in a saucepan until boiling; keep hot until ready to use.
2. 2 Heat vegetable oil in a 2 quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and bay leaf in the hot oil until onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
3. 3 Stir basmati rice into onion mixture until rice is coated with oil.
4. 4 Pour hot chicken stock into the rice mixture. Season with salt; stir.
5. 5 Bring rice mixture to a boil; cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Continue simmering until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
6. 6 Remove saucepan from heat and discard bay leaf. Add butter and fluff the rice with a fork.

By Carol Castellucci Miller

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• butter
• water
• corn kernel
• shallot
• white sugar
• salt
• black pepper
• mint

Instructions

1. 1 Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the rice, add the water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 16 to 18 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
2. 2 Meanwhile, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in corn, shallots, sugar, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, or until tender.
3. 3 In a serving bowl combine cooked rice, corn mixture and mint.

By Retta

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• grapeseed oil
• onion
• garlic
• curry powder
• garam masala
• cumin seed
• vegetable broth
• kosher salt

Instructions

1. 1 Heat grapeseed oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in rice, curry powder, garam masala, and cumin seeds. Cook and stir until rice is toasted, 1 to 2 minutes.
2. 2 Add broth to rice mixture; season with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.

By Jeff Cummings

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• butter
• margarine
• clove
• cinnamon stick
• serrano pepper
• ginger root
• green pea
• salt
• white sugar
• water

Instructions

1. 1 Wash and drain the rice.
2. 2 Heat a saucepan over a medium heat. Add butter or margarine and let melt. Stir in cloves, cinnamon, Serrano chile, and ginger. Saute briefly. Mix in rice and stir to coat it evenly. Stir in peas, salt, and sugar. Pour in water and bring the water to a boil.
3. 3 Reduce heat to simmer and let rice cook covered for 15 to 20 minutes; or until rice is tender.

By Sowmya

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• chicken broth
• olive oil
• salt
• carrot
• shallot
• garlic
• chicken breast
• lemon pepper seasoning
• cilantro

Instructions

1. 1 Pour rinsed rice into the bottom of a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Stir in broth, olive oil, and salt. Add carrots, shallot, and garlic. Place frozen chicken breasts on top, about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle lemon pepper seasoning over everything.
2. 2 Close and lock the lid. Select Poultry function, or high pressure, according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3. 3 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Release any remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method. Unlock and remove the lid. Check the temperature of the chicken breasts at the thickest section; an instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
4. 4 Remove the chicken breasts and fluff the rice with a fork. Place the rice and vegetables on a plate. Top with chicken breasts and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

By Buckwheat Queen

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• plum
• red onion
• habanero pepper
• cilantro
• sugar
• water
• chicken breast
• rosemary
• salt
• pepper
• vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1 Combine plums, onion, habaneros, cilantro, and sugar in a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate salsa about 30 minutes.
2. 2 Bring water and rice to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly; fluff with a fork.
3. 3 Meanwhile, season chicken with fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
4. 4 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts; brown about 1 minute per side. Reduce heat to medium; cook about 5 minutes more per side. Serve chicken over rice with plum salsa.

By DAMESTJERNELYS

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• chicken sausage
• white wine
• olive oil
• onion
• garlic
• water
• lemon juice
• chicken bouillon
• corn
• cream-style corn
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove sausage to a plate.
2. 2 Pour wine into the hot skillet to deglaze the pan; bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of sausage off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add olive oil, followed by onion and garlic. Saute until onion is soft, about 4 minutes. Add water, lemon juice, and bouillon cube; mix well and bring to a boil. Fold in corn, creamed corn, and rice. Season with pepper.
3. 3 Mix well, gently breaking apart the rice. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add sausage and serve.

By FrackFamily5 CACT

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• vegetable oil
• onion
• garlic
• napa cabbage
• ham hock
• bay leaf
• cajun seasoning
• cayenne pepper
• salt
• chicken stock
• black-eyed pea
• water

Instructions

1. 1 Heat oil in a deep pan or stockpot set over medium-high heat. Stir in onion and garlic and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Mix in cabbage; toss and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add ham hocks, bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and salt, stirring for 2 minutes more. Pour in chicken stock and black-eyed peas. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook uncovered for 2 hours.
2. 2 Meanwhile, place water and rice into a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until all liquid is absorbed and rice is light and fluffy, about 20 minutes.
3. 3 Before serving, remove ham hocks from the pot. Coarsely chop the meat and return to the black-eyed pea mixture. Serve hot over rice.

By CRVGRL

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• sour cream
• avocado
• tomato
• black bean
• cumin
• chili powder
• chicken breast
• canola oil
• corn
• jalapeno pepper
• cooking spray
• flour tortilla
• corn tortilla
• salt
• lime
• coconut milk
• coconut oil

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly spray a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
2. 2 Heat coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir rice 1 minute. Add coconut milk and stir to combine. Increase heat and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 35 minutes. Cover; remove from heat. Let sit 10 minutes.
3. 3 Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in the lime zest, lime juice, and salt to taste. Cover and keep warm.
4. 4 Cut tortillas into 1/4-inch strips. Place strips on prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven until crisp, about 30 minutes.
5. 5 To char peppers, hold jalapeno pepper with tongs and hold over the flame of a gas stove or directly on the burner of an electric stove, turning about every 30 seconds. Continue until all sides are charred, about 5 minutes. Immediately place pepper in a small ziptop plastic bag and seal shut. Repeat with second pepper. Allow peppers to return to room temperature, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the skin. Cut off stem, remove seeds (if desired), and dice.
6. 6 Spray nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat. Cook and stir corn until it begins to brown, 1 to 3 minutes. Transfer corn to a bowl.
7. 7 Heat oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, chili powder, and cumin. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in beans and corn and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
8. 8 Place rice in the bottom of a bowl; top with chicken mixture, chopped tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve with tortilla strips.

By Uncle Ben's

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• sriracha chile sauce
• salt
• pea
• cilantro
• coconut milk
• chickpea
• cauliflower
• carrot
• yukon gold potato
• tomato paste
• maple syrup
• tamari
• soy sauce
• vegetable broth
• red pepper flakes
• curry powder
• garlic
• ginger root
• yellow onion
• coconut oil

Instructions

1. 1 Melt coconut oil in a heavy 4-quart pot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ginger and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add curry powder, pepper flakes, broth, soy sauce, maple syrup, and tomato paste; mix well.
2. 2 Add potatoes and carrot, cover pot, and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to a simmer and leave lid ajar. Cook just until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add cauliflower, chickpeas, coconut milk, and cilantro. Stir gently to incorporate. Return to simmer with lid ajar and simmer just until cauliflower is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Fold in peas and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
3. 3 Remove from heat and season with salt, if needed. Serve with steamed basmati rice and, for those who'd like more heat, sriracha sauce. Garnish with cilantro.

By isachandra

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• green pea
• cumin seed

Instructions

1. 1 In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
2. 2 When rice is cooked, stir in peas and cumin. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.

By Kristine Weatherly

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• vegetable stock
• sweet onion
• garlic
• butter
• parmesan cheese
• asparagus
• salt
• black pepper

Instructions

1. 1 Melt 2 tablespoon butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion until softened and turning translucent, about 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in the rice, asparagus, and stock. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low.
2. 2 Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Continue cooking until the rice is tender, about 10 minutes.
3. 3 Turn off the heat and gently stir in the Parmesan cheese and remaining butter. Serve immediately.

By Uncle Ben's

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• butternut squash
• brussels sprout
• carrot
• chickpea
• soy milk
• tamari
• turmeric
• garlic

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Place squash in a baking dish with one inch of water, and cover with foil.
2. 2 Bake squash in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until flesh is fork-tender. Keep warm.
3. 3 In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. 4 Meanwhile, place Brussels sprouts, carrots, and garbanzo beans in a skillet over medium high heat. Stir together soy milk, tamari, turmeric, and garlic, and add to the skillet, tossing to coat. Cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until tender. Add a small amount of water or more soy-tamari mixture, as needed, to prevent drying out. Combine rice with vegetable mixture, and scoop into squash. Serve with additional tamari and season to taste. Enjoy!

By BMARYV

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• olive oil
• onion
• garlic
• curry powder
• coconut milk
• cauliflower
• saffron

Instructions

1. 1 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add curry powder and pan-fry in the hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine. Add cauliflower florets, coating them in the sauce.
2. 2 Cover, reduce heat, and simmer over low heat until cauliflower reaches desired softness, about 30 minutes. Top with a sprinkle of saffron and serve with basmati rice.

By Bekka Burdyshaw

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• vegetable broth
• quinoa
• tomato
• raisin
• parsley
• salt
• black pepper
• allspice
• sage

Instructions

1. 1 Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Stir in basmati rice, quinoa, tomatoes, raisins, parsley, salt, pepper, allspice, and sage. Reduce heat and simmer until broth is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.

By kmforestlakeMN

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• avocado oil
• orzo
• vegetable broth
• garlic
• paprika
• onion powder
• cremini mushroom
• parsley
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add 2 tablespoons oil, rice, and orzo. Saute, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot constantly, until orzo is brown, about 5 minutes. Pour in 1/4 cup broth and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom.
2. 2 Turn cooker off and add remaining broth, garlic, paprika, and onion powder. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 7 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3. 3 Meanwhile, heat remaining oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and saute until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
4. 4 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 5 minutes. Carefully release remaining pressure using quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff the rice. Add mushrooms and parsley. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

By Bren

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• salt
• olive oil
• fideo noodle
• water
• parsley

Instructions

1. 1 Bring the basmati rice, 2 cups of water, and salt to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
2. 2 Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle the fideo noodles into the skillet in a thin layer, and gently cook and stir, turning the noodles frequently, until they fry to a rust-brown color. Pour 1/2 cup of water into the noodles, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until noodles are tender and water has absorbed, 5 to 8 minutes.
3. 3 Gently fluff the cooked basmati rice with a fork, and lightly fold in the cooked fideo and parsley. Add salt to taste.

By Xfactor_MR

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• coconut milk
• ginger root
• all-purpose flour
• lemon pepper
• chicken breast
• vegetable oil
• rosemary
• raspberry vinegar

Instructions

1. 1 In a large pot, bring to a boil the water, coconut milk, ginger, and rice; cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is absorbed.
2. 2 Meanwhile, in a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, lemon pepper, and chicken; shake to coat.
3. 3 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken strips and rosemary, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove chicken pieces from pan, and set aside. Pour raspberry vinegar into skillet, and simmer until reduced by half. Return chicken to skillet, and cook until all liquid is absorbed. Serve with coconut rice.

By KELLYMC

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• black-eyed pea
• coconut milk
• corn
• tomato paste
• curry powder
• sugar
• salt
• water
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Mix black-eyed peas, coconut milk, corn, tomato paste, curry powder, sugar, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a pot until smooth and evenly combined; simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often, until curry sauce is heated through, about 5 minutes.
2. 2 Pour enough water into a separate pot to almost fill and bring to a boil; season with a pinch of salt. Add rice to boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is very soft, about 15 minutes. Drain excess water from rice.
3. 3 Mix rice and curry sauce together in a large bowl.

By SN

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• ground lamb
• tomato puree
• mint
• salt
• black pepper
• zucchini
• yellow squash
• salt
• garlic
• lemon juice
• mint

Instructions

1. 1 Mix together the ground lamb, basmati rice, 2 tablespoons tomato puree, 1/2 teaspoon mint, salt, and pepper; mix well, and set aside.
2. 2 Slice the ends off of the zucchinis and hollow out the centers using an apple corer. Stuff with lamb mixture.
3. 3 Stir together the remaining tomato puree with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large skillet. Place the stuffed zucchini into the sauce, and add enough water to cover the zucchini. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
4. 4 Stir in the garlic, lemon juice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of mint. Recover, and simmer an additional 15 minutes. To serve, cut the zucchini crosswise into rounds and arrange on a serving plate. Spoon sauce over the top.

By KELLYJEANNE

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• chicken thigh
• lemon juice
• chili powder
• salt
• black pepper
• vegetable oil
• butter
• onion
• garlic
• paprika
• oregano
• thyme
• parsley
• chicken stock

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse rice until it runs clear; drain excess water and let sit.
2. 2 Season chicken with lemon juice, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
3. 3 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil to heat. Sear seasoned chicken thighs in the hot oil until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
4. 4 Add butter to the pot, followed by onion; saute until onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook and stir for 30 seconds. Add remaining chili powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, and parsley; season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Add drained rice. Gently stir to toast, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in chicken stock.
5. 5 Arrange seared chicken thighs and any accumulated juices on top in a single layer. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
6. 6 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 8 to 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Let rest for another 10 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and serve.

By Subha

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• onion
• parsley
• garlic
• ground turkey
• salt
• garlic powder
• chicken broth
• tomato sauce
• olive oil
• red bell pepper
• cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. 1 Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes. Keep covered and set aside.
2. 2 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
3. 3 Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, parsley, and garlic; cook for 2 minutes. Add turkey, salt, and garlic powder. Cook and stir using a wooden spoon until meat is no longer pink and slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and tomato sauce; bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in cooked rice until well combined.
4. 4 Fill each bell pepper half with rice mixture. Arrange evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle each stuffed pepper with cheese. Pour remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
5. 5 Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake until cheese is browned, about 5 minutes more.

By Emily Ott

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• green lentil
• water
• olive oil
• onion
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Place the lentils into a pot and cover with the water. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat for 5 minutes, then cover and remove from heat. Meanwhile, rinse the rice in cold water until water comes out clear.
2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the rice for about 1 minute, until the grains turn opaque and white, then stir in the lentils and water. Bring the rice mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to medium-low for 5 minutes. Stir once, then cover and reduce heat further to low. Continue cooking, covered (don't remove the lid!) until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes more.
3. 3 Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in the skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more. When the rice is ready, stir in the caramelized onion and season with salt.

By sharon younan

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• water
• sesame oil
• firm tofu
• salt
• coconut milk
• green curry paste

Instructions

1. 1 Place water in a medium saucepan, and stir in the rice. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and fluff with a fork.
2. 2 Heat the sesame oil in a separate medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in tofu. Stirring occasionally, fry about 20 minutes, until evenly crisp and lightly browned. Season with salt.
3. 3 In a small saucepan, bring the coconut milk to a boil. Mix in green curry paste. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Drizzle generously over the tofu and rice to serve.

By Janet

Ingredients

• ✓ basmati rice
• vegetable oil
• cumin seed
• clove
• black peppercorn
• cardamom pod
• bay leaf
• water
• salt

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse rice 3 to 4 times and transfer to a bowl; cover with water and soak for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2 Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir cumin until starting to pop, 2 to 4 minutes. Add cloves, peppercorns, cardamom pods, and bay leaf; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes.
3. 3 Drain rice and mix into spice mixture; add 1 1/2 cups water and salt. Cover skillet and cook on high for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and let rest with cover on, about 15 minutes.
4. 4 Remove cover and fluff rice with a fork. Remove bay leaf, cardamom pods, cloves, and peppercorns.

By GreenEggsnHam