There is something about pilau made using whole spices. I prefer to make pilau with whole spices rather because ground spices can be overwhelming in flavour and change the colour of the dish. Marinate ...

1. Put the rice in some water and leave to soak. 2. In a big sufuria over medium heat, put the whole spices (cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and cumin) and allow them to toast until they are fragrant ...

At the deep end of my pantry sits a large glass jar filled with basmati rice—with exquisitely long grains accompanied by an equally splendid aroma. In most Indian homes, basmati rice is a staple used ...

An aromatic pilau is easy to prepare and adds variety to the weekly menu. Photo / Fresh Media This one-pan chicken pilau is infused with the warm spices of cinnamon and cumin. Dried fruits are a ...

Every week, my girlfriends and I cook dinner for each other. Whoever hosts provides all the food and wine, and handles the entire cleanup. It's a pretty sweet deal, and it gives all eight of us a ...