Dill Rice

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 green cardamom pods

4 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

1 cup long-grained rice (such as Jasmine)

1 green chili pepper, seeded and minced

Salt

1½ cups water

  • In a medium-sized pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the cardamom pods and saut� for 1 minute. Add the chili and sautée. briefly. Stir in the salt and the dill and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Add the rice and saut� for 3 more minutes.

  • Stir in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed.

  • Remove the cardamom pods and fluff the rice before serving.

Serves 2–4

I like to add fresh dill to everything, especially when it's growing like a weed in my garden. I throw it in soups, tuna or chicken salad, or use it as a green in a tossed salad.

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