HOW TO MAKE THE COMMON UGANDAN PLAIN PILAU #ugandancuisine #viralvideo #cooking

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

cinnamon stick

💰Cheaper: ground cinnamon

Ground cinnamon is easier to use.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are often less expensive and still nutritious.

carrots

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetables are cost-effective and convenient.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, and bay leaves; sauté for another minute.

Add soaked rice to the pot and stir to coat in the oil and spices.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Season with salt and black pepper; stir gently.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork before serving.

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