Basmati Rice with Onion, Carrot and Ginger
Description
This rice side dish is perfect when you are tired of making the same dishes time after time. It's great with chicken, seafood or pork.
Ingredients
1 c. basmati rice
1 T. good quality olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 large carrot, shredded
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 T. minced, peeled fresh ginger
1 3/4 c. water (or chicken stock)
3/4 t. Kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 c. fresh chopped cilantro, optional
Directions
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In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-low heat; add onion and carrot; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is very tender, 15 - 20 minutes. Add garlic and ginger; cook 2 minutes. Add basmati rice, stirring to coat. Add water, salt and pepper; bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer; cover; cook until rice is tender, 17 - 20 minutes. You may need to add a little more water if the saucepan becomes dry.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
4 servings.