Henry Meer's Basmati Rice With Golden Raisins

Ingredients

• ½ cup basmati rice
• 4 tablespoons golden raisins
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
• 1 bay leaf

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (1 serving)

    740 calories; 23 grams fat; 14 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 123 grams carbohydrates; 6 grams dietary fiber; 31 grams sugars; 11 grams protein; 61 milligrams cholesterol; 26 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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One serving

Preparation

1. Rinse the rice in cold running water and drain.
2. Bring a small pot of water to the boil. Add the raisins and cook until plump, about 3 minutes. Drain and reserve the raisins.
3. In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the butter until foamy. Add the shallots and bay leaf and saute over medium heat until translucent. Add the rice and raisins to the shallots and stir gently.
4. Add 1 1/2 cups of water, cover and bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Stir and reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer gently until all of the water is absorbed, about 20 to 25 mintues.

40 minutes