Jasmine Rice Salad with Fresh Peas

Recipe :

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• ½ tsp cumin
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• ½ tsp coriander
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 2 cups rice (jasmine if you have it)
• 2 cups water
• Salt & freshly ground pepper
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• ¼ cup chopped parsley
• ½ pound peas blanched and shocked with ice water to stop cooking process

Heat the oil in a large saucepan until almost smoking. Add the onions and cook until soft. Add the garlic, cumin, nutmeg, coriander and ginger and cook for a minute. Add the rice and coat with the oil and spices. Add the water, bring to a boil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat, cover the pot and cook for 15 to 18 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork and fold in carrots, parsley and peas. Serve at room temperature.