Herbed Rice Pilaf (RT version) begini cantik gagal memujuk dinda makan nasi

■1 cup long grain rice
■2 cups chicken stock [or water]
■1/2 cup chopped onions
■1 tbsp ginger
■1/2 cup carrots, diced
■1/2 cup black beans, boiled
■1/2 cup red & green bell peppers, chopped [add any veggies of your choice]
■1/4 cup raisins
■Salt to taste
■5 tbsp olive oil
■1 tsp dried oregano
■4-5 basil leaves, finely chopped
■1 tsp dried thyme
■2 tbsp red chilli powder [adjust to taste]

How I did it :

■In a big pan with lid, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil.Once heated, tip in the raw unwashed rice and saute for about 2-3 minutes on low heat.Once the rice is translucent,remove from heat and wash thoroughly with water at least 2-3 times.Set aside.
■Tip in the chicken stock[or water] in the same pan and bring to a boil.
■Once boiling, add the rice, cover and let simmer till the rice is cooked.At this point add the raisins and let stand or 20-25 minutes.At this point if you want to serve rice later, transfer to a zip pouch and refrigerate.
■When about to serve : In a wide pan, heat 3 tbsp olive oil and saute the onions till slightly soft.Add the ginger,carrots, peppers[or any veggies you are using] and saute for 3-4 minutes.Add the thyme, oregano, red chilli powder, salt and the boiled black beans.Saute for 3-4 minutes stirring gently.
■Toss in the cooled rice next into the pan, add the basil leaves and combine well.If at this point you well that the pilaf is slightly dry, add 2-3 tbsp of chicken broth [or water]
■Serve Warm alongside the stir fried spicy prawns and tomatoes