Franklin Spice Works
Cardamom-Spiced Basmati Rice
Fluffy basmati rice infused with whole cardamom, cinnamon, and clove. A fragrant side that turns any meal into a feast.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups basmati rice, rinsed
- 4 whole green cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 tbsp butter or ghee
- 2.5 cups water or Vegetable broth
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat butter in a heavy pot. Add cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice and stir to coat in the spiced butter.
- Pour in water and add salt. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and cook 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and rest covered 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and remove whole spices before serving.