Moroccan Rice with Lamb and Almonds

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Prep time

20min

Cook time

40min
Fragrant Basmati Rice

Fragrant Basmati Rice

Basmati rice typically grows in Himalayan foothills. This extra long grain rice has a fluffy, light texture and a delicate, unmistakable flavor. The aroma of Basmati rice is enhanced with a  unique aging process. Literally translated from Hindi, "Basmati" means "queen of scents" or "pearl of scents."

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Ingredients to serve:

This recipe was originally designed for 4 people. Amended serving sizes for 1, 2, 6, and 8 people are intended to serve as general guidance only. Cooking times may need to be adjusted to suit your amended serving size.

  • 4 cup Hinode Long Grain Rice (Microwavable, White or Fragrant)

  • lb Lamb (cubed)

  • 8 tbsp Vegetable Oil

  • 8 tbsp each: crushed garlic and grated ginger

  • 4 cinnamon

  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste

  • 4 Medium Onion (diced)

  • 4 cup vegetable stock or water

  • 8 tbsp Rasins

  • 8 tbsp toasted slivered almonds

Basmati

Basmati rice is renowned for its delightful aroma and long slender grains. When cooked, Basmati rice expands in length and produces a light, fluffy texture that is ideal for absorbing the flavours of your cooking. A drier rice, Basmati grains will remain separate, making it a staple of Indian cooking.

Characteristics

Fluffy

Fluffy

Firm

Firm

Longer Grains

Longer Grains

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Method

  • Prepare Hinode rice per package instructions.

  • Heat oil in a saucepan, add lamb and fry until lamb is browning.

  • Add ginger, garlic, coriander, cinnamon and onions, stir fry for 2 minutes.

  • Add tomato paste and fry for 2 additional minutes.

  • Add stock or water, cover and simmer on medium heat until lamb is soft (add more water if water boils dry).

  • Add raisins and simmer for another 2 minutes.

  • Stir in the cooked rice, add salt and pepper to taste.

  • Serve and sprinkle with toasted almonds.

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