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Lemon Basmati Rice Pakistani Style

Recipe by Bernie Torras
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Course: AccompanimentCuisine: PakistaniDifficulty: Easy
Rations

8

rations
Preparation time

45

minutes
Cooking time

16

minutes
Calories

268

kcal/ration
Cooling time

21

minutes
Total time

1

hour 

22

minutes

If you are a lover of Middle Eastern cuisine, you can't miss this delicious recipe for Pakistani Style Basmati Rice. With mustard seeds, turmeric and lemon, the rice acquires an intense and succulent flavor that will leave you wanting more. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a dinner with friends or a family meal.

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Ingredientes

  • 500 gr good quality Basmati rice, cooked

  • 1 c.s. mustard seeds

  • 2-3 Lemon juice

  • 1 c.c. teaspoon turmeric powder

  • 2 c.s. tablespoons peeled peanuts (optional)

  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

  • Sunflower oil

  • Salt to taste

Pasos

  • Rice preparation:
  • Wash the rice to remove the starch and let it soak in cold water for 20 minutes. Then drain and cook according to package directions until cooked.
  • Preparation of the dressing:
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough oil to cover the base.
  • Once hot, add the mustard seeds and wait until they begin to "salt".
  • Add the lemon juice and turmeric powder. Mix everything quickly.
  • Mixing of ingredients:
  • Add the cooked rice and lower the heat to medium.
  • Add salt to taste and peeled peanuts (optional).
  • Mix everything well, cover the pan with a lid and cook for 16 minutes over low heat.
  • Completion:
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

Notas

  • It is important to wash the rice well to remove the starch and prevent sticking.
  • If you are allergic to peanuts or simply do not like them, you can safely omit them.
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  • It is advisable to let the rice rest before serving to allow the flavors to settle.
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Información nutricional (por ración)*

  • Serving Size: 105.51g
  • Calories: 129kcal
  • Fat: 2.25g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.32g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 33.12mg
  • Carbohydrates: 8.5g
  • Fiber: 0.4g
  • Sugar: 0.17g
  • Protein: 2.3g
  • Vitamin A: 0IU
  • Vitamin C: 0mg
  • Calcium: 3.26mg
  • Iron: 0.17mg
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Key points of the recipe

  1. Washing and soaking the rice: It is essential to wash the Basmati rice to remove excess starch and then soak it in cold water for 20 minutes before cooking. This ensures that the rice is loose and not sticky.
  2. Preparation of the dressing: Heating the oil and adding the mustard seeds until they start to pop is crucial to release their aromas. Then quickly add the lemon juice and turmeric to infuse the oil with the flavors before mixing it with the rice.
  3. Resting time: After cooking the rice with the dressing, it is important to let it stand covered for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and the rice to fully absorb the dressing, resulting in a more aromatic and flavorful dish.

Pairing with wine

This dish has an intense and slightly acidic flavor thanks to the lemon juice, but at the same time has notes of spices such as turmeric and mustard seeds. Since this is a vegetarian dish, wines with acidity and freshness should be sought. In this case, a good choice would be a dry white wine with citric and refreshing notes such as a Sauvignon Blanc or an Albariño. However, because the dish has a certain degree of spice, a wine should be chosen that does not exceed an alcohol content of 12-13 degrees so as not to overload the palate. In general, red wines and wines with a lot of body and tannins should be avoided, as they would not be a good match for this recipe.

Beer pairing

This Pakistani-style Basmati rice recipe is delicious and full of intense flavors. As for the best beer to pair with this recipe, my suggestion would be a wheat beer, such as a Belgian Witbier or wheat ale. The wheat beer has a characteristic fruity and spicy flavor that combines very well with the mix of spices that are present in the recipe, including turmeric and mustard seeds. On the other hand, the natural, refreshing carbonation of the wheat beer helps to offset the slightly spicy and acidic flavor of the dish.

However, it is important to note that Pakistani food is not always paired with beer due to the predominance of Muslim culture in the region, so keep this in mind if you are opting for a themed or culturally sensitive dinner. In general, avoid beers with too much bitterness or strong flavor so as not to overwhelm the subtle and complex taste of Pakistani food.

Careful!

Typical allergens

Good thing it’s allergen-free!

* In Puchero MIX we inform you about the most typical allergens in this dish. However, we recommend that you ask all diners if they have any specific food allergies. In addition, we recommend checking the labels of all individual ingredients to ensure that they do not contain traces of other allergens, as conditions may vary by producer or manufacturer.

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Bernie Torras
Una vez fui cocinero, y entre fogones aprendí que la cocina no solo se trata de recetas, sino de historias. Con años de experiencia en escuelas de prestigio y más de una quemadura en varios restaurantes, hoy traduzco todo ese sabor a palabras. Porque cocinar es algo más que mezclar ingredientes; es crear momentos y recuerdos para tu mesa, con pasión y precisión, como una buena receta.
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