Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 inch piece of cinnamon (or 1/4 teaspoon ground)
  • 4 dried red chilis (more or less)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 cup finely shredded zucchini (leave the peel on)
  • juice of half a lemon
  • 2 cups water

Instruction

  • Use a heavy sauce pan or skillet to saute the onion in the butter and oil over medium high heat.
  • When the onion has softened add the seasonings and cook briefly.
  • Add the rice and stir well to coat the grains with the oil and seasoning. Cook for
  • Add the zucchini and combine again.
  • Stir in the water and lemon juice then let the whole mixture come to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
  • Cook until the rice is tender, about 18 - 20 minutes. There may be some liquid left but the dish is done when the rice is cooked.