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Rice and Peas with Garam Masala 

1 1/2 cups basmati rice 
3 tablespoons vegetable oil 
1 small onion, cut into thin half rings 
3/4 teaspoon salt 
1 teaspoon ground garam masala
4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill 
2 cups chicken broth, fresh or canned 
1 cup peas, fresh or frozen, cooked in boiling water for 2 minutes

Wash the rice in several changes of water and drain. Cover generously
in water and soak for 30 minutes. Drain thoroughly.  Heat the oil
in a small, heavy pot over medium high heat. When hot, add the
onion and stir until it is brown. Add the rice, salt, garam masala,
and dill. Stir for a minute.  Now put in the broth and bring to a
boil. Cover tightly, turn heat to very low, and cook 20 minutes.
Add the drained peas. Cover tightly again and cook another 5 to 7
minutes. Stir gently before serving.

Yield: 5 to 6 servings

Printable version: peas-rice01.txt.