13 Reviews of Easy Pilau Rice

From: Sackville

On Mar 7, 2003

What a wonderfully delicious and easy recipe. The spices are just right, giving the rice flavour and colour without overwhelming it. I did have to add a bit more water than called for (about 1/4 cup extra) but that could be down to my brand of basmati rice. I served this with roast chicken, for a change instead of potatoes, but it would be perfect with any curry or Indian meal.

From: Tina and Dave

On Feb 16, 2009

Straight-forward instructions resulting in lovely fluffy rice! Thanks!

From: Charishma Ramchandani

On Aug 25, 2003

This rice is wonderfully aromatic, rightly spiced and simply delicious! I loved the taste of fennel seeds in particular in this. I used Maggi vegetable broth with onions as a substitute for water to cook the rice. Also, since I used broth, I omitted the salt. I stirred in 2 tbsps. of chopped fresh mint leaves while the rice was cooking. Once the rice was ready, I garnished it with 2 tbsps. of chopped fresh corriander leaves and 1 tbsp. of chopped fresh mint leaves. I served this rice with a green spinach curry and some yoghurt on the side. Went very well. The colour of this rice was a beautiful yellow. I will be making this rice often because it is so easy, tasty and goes well even on its own. Even my picky eater bro. loved it! Thanks for the recipe!!!

From: A Very Poor Sudent!!

On Sep 6, 2008

From: Yummy Maz

On Sep 23, 2008

beautiful fluffy yellow rice - just like mum used to make! bit too much salt, but otherwise perfect!

From: Nic Daniau

On Jun 30, 2007

First practical recipe of pilau rice that produces an amazing result, thanks!

From: Chef #1033759

On Nov 19, 2008

tasted beautiful - fresh with a fluffy texture. And so easy! I too, needed to add a little more water then specified, but the end result was impressive.

From: Chef #644424

On Jan 9, 2008

From: seymourchef

On Jun 30, 2009

Thanks for a great basic recipe. I had this just as you posted and it was great, but it's also a great base for adding your own flavours. Try sizzling a cinnamon stick in the butter before adding the rice.

From: Surflou

On Nov 4, 2009

Absolutely superb and a great addition to any curry based meal! A big favourite in my house and very authentic. I would say that you don't need as much rice as you think you do, I always make far too much but aside from that a highly recommended recipe...