Modern Spice by Monica Bhide: A Review & Tomato-Basil Pilaf
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic lightly crushed ,
- 2 tomatoes small , diced
- 1 1/2 tsps basil dried
- 1/4 tbsp salt (I used 1/2 tsp)
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth water or
- basil Fresh leaves for garnishing
Instructions
- In a deep lidded saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, tomatoes, dried basil and salt. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes are slightly softened, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add the rice and mix well. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Do not lift the cover while the rice is cooking.
- Remove from the heat. Remove the large garlic pieces. Serve hot, topped with fresh basil.
- I served this rice with V's P's, and a raita (a seasoned yogurt preparation) to make a light yet filling lunch.