Bahraini Spiced Rice With Raisins And Almonds

Bahraini Spiced Rice with Raisins and Almonds is a traditional dish from Bahrain that is bursting with flavors and textures. This aromatic rice dish is perfect for special occasions and gatherings.

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Bahraini Spiced Rice With Raisins And Almonds

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 3 1/2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add the turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon to the pot, and stir for 1 minute to release the flavors.
  4. Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to coat the grains with the spiced oil mixture.
  5. Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
  6. While the rice is cooking, in a separate pan, toast the slivered almonds over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  7. In the same pan, add the raisins and cook for 1-2 minutes until they plump up.
  8. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold in the toasted almonds and raisins.
  9. Transfer the spiced rice to a serving platter and garnish with additional almonds and raisins if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
5g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Frying pan

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bahraini Spiced Rice with Raisins and Almonds alongside grilled meats or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of saffron threads to the rice while it's cooking.

Cost

$5