Inspiration:The Amazing Race's stop in New Delhi, India
as well as garlic and potatoes from our CSA
and this recipe from Food & Wine
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons cooking oil
- 2 onions, sliced thin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 3/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cut into small florets
- 1 pound baking potatoes (about 2), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
- 3 tablespoons raisins
- 3 to 4 tablespoons cider or wine vinegar
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 4 scallions including green tops, chopped
Recipe Notes: "Garlic, fresh ginger, mustard, and a medley of spices spark the hallowed Indian combination--cauliflower, potatoes, and rice. Serve it at room temperature, either alone or with a simple side of sliced tomatoes."
Food & Wine's suggested beverage: "Basmati's spice and jasmine aromas suggest a floral Vouvray from France's Loire Valley. You'll need a demi-sec to stand up to the spices here."
My Notes: I really enjoy rice salads. This recipe was ok, it kind of grew on me while I was eating it. I loved the fresh ginger but thought the other spices weren't very prominent. Sorry I haven't posted in awhile, but I should be posting more regularly in the future.
Liz's Rating: 8/10
Tim's Rating: TBD
"Next week" on The Amazing Race: Old Delhi
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