Nutty Basmati Pilaf

Directions

1. 1
   Wash rice in a sieve under cold running water until water runs mostly clear.
2. 2
   Place rice in a bowl with fresh cold water, and let sit 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain well.
4. 4
   Heat oil in a larger saute pan, and lightly saute the onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the rice, cumin seeds, coriander, cardamom and bay leaf.
6. 6
   Toss rice to coat well with the seasonings, and lightly saute 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Add broth, and season with salt and pepper.
8. 8
   Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low, and cook 10 minutes.
9. 9
   (Do not lift lid.) Remove from heat and allow to sit 5 minutes before lifting lid.
10. 10
    Add nuts and toss to combine.
11. 11
    Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
12. 12
    For Vegetarians use the vegetable broth.