Pulao

Ingredients for 4 servings:

• 1 ½ cups Basmati
• 4 tbsp oil
• 2 cloves
• 2 cardamom pods, opened
• 1 stalk(s) cinnamon
• 2 bay leaves
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 handful of raisins, currants and nuts
• 2 ½ cups water

Instructions

Working time approx. 10 minutes; Total time approx. 10 minutes

Indian rice specialty

Wash the rice under running water and drain. Heat the oil in a medium-sized, heavy saucepan and add the spices—cloves, cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, and bay leaves—and fry briefly. Then add the washed rice and stir until completely dry. Now add the water, followed immediately by the handful of raisins, currants, and nuts. Season with salt. I should note that roasting the nuts beforehand adds even more flavor. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat so the water is just simmering. Cook with the lid on for 15-20 minutes.