BROWN RICE WITH FRUIT & NUTS

Preparation Method :

• Heat the ghee or oil in a large saucepan, add the onion and fry gently for 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, ginger, spices and rice and cook gently for 2 minutes, stirring all the time until the rice is coated in the spiced oil.
• Pour in the boiling stock and add the canned tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently for 40 minutes or until the rice is almost cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
• Add the slivered apricots or peaches, diced red (bell) pepper and peas. Cover and continue cooking for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to stand for 5 minutes without uncovering.
• Peel and slice the bananas. Uncover the rice mixture and fork through to mix the ingredients together. Add the toasted nuts and sliced banana and toss lightly. Transfer to a warm serving platter and garnish with coriander sprigs. Serve hot.