Available in 500g and 2kg bags.
Natco Indian Basmati Rice: watered by snow-fed rivers in the foothills of the Himalayas, this naturally fragrant rice has been matured for over a yearto achieve the finest flavour.
Recipe Suggestion:
Mixed vegetable pillau
2 Cups Natco Basmati Rice 1 tbsp Butter Ghee 1 Medium Onion, finely sliced 5 Green Cardamons 1 Bay Leave ½ tsp Black Cumin Seeds ½ tsp Chilli Powder ½ tsp Turmeric Powder 10 Whole Black Peppercorns 2 tsp salt (optional) 10-oz mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen) such as beans, carrots, peas & cauliflower etc.
Method:
Wash rice several times until water runs clear, drain and set aside.
Heat ghee in a large saucepan, add onions and stir fry until golden. Add all whole spices, vegetables, salt and chilli powder, stir fry for 2-minutes. (If using fresh vegetables simmer for a further 5-minutes on a low heat).
Add rice and mix well. Then add turmeric and pour in enough water to come 1 inch over the top of the rice. Bring to the boil for 5 minutes, reduce heat to lowest setting. Cover and cook undisturbed for 15-minutes or until all moisture is absorbed and rice is tender.
Serve with any curry or lentil soup. |