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Bagara Rice is a popular Hyderabadi dish made with basmati rice, whole spices, herbs and caramelized onions. This delicious dish derives its unique flavor from an aromatic spice blend, giving it a rich, exotic taste. This makes it an excellent accompaniment to curries and stews or a tasty meal on its own. It's often served at special occasions and festivals, and is a signature dish in many Hyderabad households and restaurants.
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Recipe
Ingredients
basmati rice
2 cups
large onion, thinly sliced
1
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
water
4 cups
green chillies, slit
2
oil or ghee
1/4 cup
turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
cloves
3
inch cinnamon stick
2
cardamom pods
2
dried bay leaves
2
Salt to taste
Directions
Step 1:
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
Step 2:
In a large pan, heat the oil or ghee over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, cloves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and bay leaves and fry until aromatic.
Step 3:
Add the sliced onions and green chillies and saute until the onions are caramelized. Add the ginger-garlic paste and fry for a minute.
Step 4:
Add the turmeric powder and salt. Mix well.
Step 5:
Add the rinsed rice and gently stir to coat the rice with the spice mixture. Fry for a couple of minutes.
Step 6:
Pour the water into the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and all the water is absorbed.
Step 7:
Remove the pan from heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.
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