Rice and Peas
Ingredients
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1 cup basmati rice
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1 tablespoon butter or margarine
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2 whole cloves
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1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick
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1 serrano pepper, chopped
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1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
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¼ cup green peas
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salt to taste
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¼ teaspoon white sugar
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2 cups water
Instructions
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Rinse and drain the rice.
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Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Add butter or margarine and allow it to melt. Stir in cloves, cinnamon, Serrano chili, and ginger. Sauté briefly to release the flavors. Add the rice, stirring to coat it evenly. Then mix in the peas, salt, and sugar. Pour in water and bring it to a boil.
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Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 407 | Calories |
| 7g | Fat |
| 79g | Carbs |
| 8g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
| Calories 407 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium 45mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 79g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 10% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 8g | 17% |
| Vitamin C 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium 34mg | 3% |
| Iron 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium 66mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5