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Prawn Pilau Biryani Rice

Have a delicious dinner ready on the table in no time with quick-cooking prawns and basmati rice. This is one of my favourites!

Ingredients

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3 tbsp oil
1 large onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 inch ginger (minced)
1 medium stick whole cinnamon
3 medium tomatoes (very finely diced)
2 cups basmati rice ((washed and soaked for at least 30 minutes before using))
12 oz raw king prawns
3 cups/750ml water ((IMPORTANT: please read notes if you are changing the serving size))
3 tsp salt
1/2 tsp turmeric
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp black pepper (coarsely ground is best)

1
Heat oil in a pot and add the onions, cinnamon, garlic and ginger. Sauté till golden brown.
2
Add the tomatoes and spices and a splash of water. Cook till the tomatoes break down into a soft mix.
3
Add the rice, prawns and water. Bring to a boil.
4
Once at a boil, allow the rice and all the ingredients to cook together.
5
After 10 minutes, 90% of the water will have evaporated. Cover and bring the heat to the lowest setting. Allow this to steam for 12-15 minutes.
6
Fluff up before serving..