Episode Notes for the Share Your Secrets Podcast Season 3, including useful links to resources.
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Geelrys
A tasty, aromatic rice dish
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Serves |
4-6 |
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Prep time |
5 minutes |
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Cook time |
20 minutes |
This dish has its roots in the Dutch East Indies. It’s a delicious recipe that works well with Shakalaka, Bobotie or anything else made on a South African braai.
Ingredients
| 600ml | water |
| 300g | long grain rice |
| 1 tsp | turmeric |
| 1 | cinnamon stick |
| 1/2 tsp | ground cinnamon |
| salt and pepper, to taste | |
| 60g | sultanas |
Method
- Boil the water in a large sauce pan over a medium heat.
- Wash the rice then add, together with all other ingredients, to the saucepan.
- Mix thoroughly and season, then when water returns to boiling point reduce heat and cover – simmer for 15 minutes, stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and set aside for another 10 mins. Keep the lid on, stirring occasionally.
- Remove cinnamon stick then use a fork to fluff the rice.
Chef’s tips
Replace water for stock for extra flavour!