Rice Pilaf with Scallions and Mustard Seeds

From the family recipe collection

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 shallots, thinly sliced, or 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 tablespoons mustard seeds
• 2 cups basmati or jasmine rice
• 4 cups water
• 3 teaspoons salt
• ½ cup thinly sliced green onions

Directions

1. Sauté the shallots or onion in olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the mustard seeds and stir for 1 minute.
3. Add the rice and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
5. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, until the rice is done.
6. Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, mix in the green onions, and serve.

Recipe notes

The mustard seed and salt amounts are transcribed as written: 4 tablespoons mustard seeds and 3 teaspoons salt.