Mushroom Pilau from
John Peel
2 tbsp oil
2 bay leaves
5cm / 2in cinnamon stick
4 cardamoms
1 large onion, finely chopped
170g / 6oz mushrooms, sliced
325g / 12oz basmati rice, washed and drained
1tsp salt
825ml / 30floz water
1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium high heat.
Add the bay leaves, cinnamon and cardamoms and let them sizzle for
a few seconds.
2. Add the onion and fry until soft. Add the mushrooms and fry for about 5 minutes.
3. Add the rice and salt and stir fry for 2-3 minutes. Add the water and bring
to the boil. Cover tightly, reduce heat to very low and cook or about 20 minutes
until all the water has been absorbed.
Fluff up the pilau with a fork and then serve.
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