Lebanese Rice

Recipe adapted from Feel Good Foodie.

Ingredients:

• 1 TBSP olive oil
• 2 onions, chopped
• 1 c. basmati rice, rinsed
• 1/2 tsp. 7 spice
• 1/4 tsp. ginger
• 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. cumin
• 1/8 tsp. turmeric
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 1/2 c. water

Directions:

1. In a deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and fry the chopped onions until lightly golden brown, about 10-15 minutes.
2. Add the rice on top of the onions and season with 7 spice, ginger, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, salt and pepper. Toss well to combine the rice with the spices and onions. and toast the rice lightly with the spices, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the water, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 more minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.

Lebanese Rice: