GREEN PEAS RICE
Peas are a natural mixture of starch and protein. Fresh peas have alkaline properties, and dried peas produce allergic reactions and produce gas. Peas should be cooked immediately after they are peeled so that they do not lose the sugar content.
Ingredients
Uncooked long grain rice
: 2 Cups
Green peas, shelled
: 2 Cups
Green chillies
: 2
Ginger, grated
: 1 Inch piece
Butter
: 4 tbsp
Onions chopped
: 4 Medium
Cinnamon stick
: 2 Inch
Water
: 4-1/2 Cups
Salt
: To taste
Method
- Place butter in a microwave-safe large deep bowl on high mode for about 30 seconds until it melts.
- Combine green chillies, ginger, cinnamon and onions with it.
- Microwave uncovered over high power for 3 minutes till the onions are transparent.
- Add the rice, green peas, water and salt to it and mix well.
- Microwave covered on high mode for about 12 minutes until all the water evaporates and the rice grains are tender but firm.
- Now separate the rice grains with the fork lightly to fluff them up.