Fragrant Jewelled Basmati Rice w/ Pistachios, Barberries & Caramelised Onions

Fragrant Jewelled Basmati Rice w/ Pistachios, Barberries & Caramelised Onions

Rice CAN BE a main course! This recipe is inspired by Meera Sodha’s “Maharaja’s Rice” recipe. It’s an exciting way to pimp out some simple basmati rice. It’s unbelievably fragrant, borrowing from biryani flavours with cardamom, cloves & cinnamon. I’ve loaded it with sweet caramelised onions, and it’s topped with toasted pistachios & Persian barberries.

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Aloo Palak w/ Cumin & Mustard Seeds

Aloo Palak w/ Cumin & Mustard Seeds

I always make a point to cook special Monday night meals. Mostly because it helps start the week off right. Also because I get lazy on the weekends, I don’t cook much, and once the week starts I’m ready to get going again. This recipe for Aloo Palak — potatoes and spinach — is comforting, nourishing, and extremely simple to whip up, even after a long day at work.

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