Spiced Basmati Rice Recipe

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Spiced Basmati Rice
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Directions:

  1. Rinse rice in several changes of cold water until water runs clear.
  2. Drain well in a sieve.
  3. Bring rice, broth, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves to a boil in a 4-quart heavy pot over high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and let stand, covered and undisturbed, 5 minutes.
  6. Discard bay leaves, then stir in butter until melted.
  7. Fluff gently with a fork.
  8. Cooks' note:.
  9. Rice can be made 1 day ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then chilled in an airtight container. Reheat rice, its surface covered with a dampened paper towel, in a colander set over a saucepan of boiling water, covered, 5 to 10 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 123.82 Kcal (518 kJ)
Calories from fat 18.32 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.04g 3%
Cholesterol 3.82mg 1%
Sodium 242.76mg 10%
Potassium 110.78mg 2%
Total Carbs 23.72g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0.61g 2%
Protein 2.85g 6%
Iron 23.7mg 132%
Calcium 9.5mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 74.59 Kcal (312 kJ)
Calories from fat 11.03 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.23g 3%
Cholesterol 2.3mg 1%
Sodium 146.24mg 10%
Potassium 66.73mg 2%
Total Carbs 14.29g 8%
Dietary Fiber 0.37g 2%
Protein 1.72g 6%
Iron 14.3mg 132%
Calcium 5.7mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.5
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol,
  • sugar free

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