Name: Tanzanian Pilau Rice
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Tanzania
Ingredients: 2.00 cups basmati rice; 1.00 tbsp cooking oil; 1.00 tsp cumin seeds; 1.00 tsp cardamom pods; 1.00 tsp cinnamon stick; 1.00 tsp cloves; 1.00 large onion; 2.00 cloves garlic; 1.00 inch fresh ginger; 4.00 cups chicken stock; 1.00 tsp salt

Pilau rice is a popular dish in Tanzania and other East African countries. It is a flavorful, spiced rice dish often served with a side of meat or vegetables.

Ingredients

2 cups basmati rice
1 tbsp cooking oil
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tsp cardamom pods
1 tsp cinnamon stick
1 tsp cloves
1 large onion
2 cloves garlic
1 inch fresh ginger
4 cups chicken stock
1 tsp salt

rice Tanzanian spiced Pilau Main Course
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short description

Rinse rice
Saute spices
Cook rice in stock

detailed description

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a large pot, heat the oil and add the spices, onion, garlic, and ginger. Saute until the onions are translucent.
Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat in the spices. Add the chicken stock and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.

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