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Ingredients
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¼ teaspoon saffron threads or ground turmeric
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6 cups boiling water
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½ cup vegetable shortening
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2 medium onions, chopped
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2 (1 inch) pieces cinnamon stick
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4 whole cloves
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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2 tablespoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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10 cardamom seeds
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4 ½ cups long-grain white rice
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1 cup plain yogurt
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2 teaspoons salt
Directions
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Place saffron threads into boiling water, set aside to steep.
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Melt the vegetable shortening in a large pot over medium-high heat. Stir in the onions, and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Season with cinnamon sticks, cloves, ginger, cumin, garlic powder, and cardamom seeds. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes to release the flavor, stirring constantly.
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Pour in the rice and cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the yogurt, saffron water, and salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover pot with a cloth folded into 4 layers. Place a lid over the cloth and cook until the rice is done, about 20 minutes. Remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and cardamom seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
267 | Calories |
7g | Fat |
45g | Carbs |
5g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 16 | |
Calories 267 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 7g | 9% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 10% |
Cholesterol 1mg | 0% |
Sodium 307mg | 13% |
Total Carbohydrate 45g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 5g | 10% |
Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
Calcium 56mg | 4% |
Iron 3mg | 16% |
Potassium 133mg | 3% |
* 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.