Black Pepper Pualo
Perfect accompaniment to Black Pepper Chicken Curry
Prep Time 30 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Thai/Indian
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil or another flavorless oil like avocado
- 2 medium onions thinly sliced
- 1½ tsp black peppercorns coarsely crushed
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 3¼ cups water
- 2 cups basmati rice rinsed, well drained
- 1¼ tsp salt
In a 4-qt casserole, heat oil. Cook the onion over medium-high heat until softened but not browned.
Add peppercorns and turmeric, and cook until fragrant.
Add the water, rice, and salt. Stir Well. Bring to a boil.
Cover tightly. Reduce heat to low and cook 15 minutes.
When the rice is cooked, stir in the frozen peas. Cover until the peas have warmed through. Turn the rice into a bowl and garnish with green onions. Serve immediately