Basmati Rice With Nuts and Spices

Basmati rice has a fragrant aroma, nutlike flavor, and a firm consistency.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons butter or 2  tablespoons margarine
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped yellow onion
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup  slivered almonds
• 1⁄4 cup  coarsely chopped cashews
• 1  cup basmati rice, rinsed
• 2  cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped parsley
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1⁄4 cup golden raisin
•  salt
•  pepper

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add in the onion and garlic; stir/saute for 5 minutes or until soft.
3. Add in the nuts and rice; stir to coat.
4. Add in the broth and spices; bring mixture to a boil.
5. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
6. Add in parsley, lemon juice, raisins, and salt/pepper to taste; fluff with a fork.