Basil Basmati Rice
"From Coup de Pouce. This is done in 30 minutes."
photo by Baby Kato
- Ready In:
- 25mins
- Ingredients:
- 8
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 1 1⁄2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 3⁄4 cups water
- 1⁄2 cup fresh basil leaf, lightly packed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, halved
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
directions
- In a saucepan, bring to boil the rice and water. Reduce heat, cover and let simmer at low heat 10 to 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a food processor, reduce the basil, oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a rough puree. Incorporate the basil mixture to the rice and stir.
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Thanks for sharing your recipe Boomie, it was quick and very easy to make. I really enjoyed the subtle flavors but my dh not so much. He felt that it could use more salt, garlic and lemon. It made a lovely meal served with pan fried steak, onions and tomatoes. Made for Aussie Swap 60. -
This was an okay recipe until I added garlic butter to it just to add a bit more flavor. It was much better after this addition ;) I chopped the basil up in my food processor just because I prefer it that way. -
This was a nice change on plain old rice. The basil flavor really came through. Next time I would add more salt and garlic though. I think this would be a refreshing side dish in Summer. Made for Newest Zaar tag.
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