Basmati Rice with Figs, Mustard Seeds, and Ginger Serve this with a simple roasted chicken or butter-flied and grilled leg of lamb. Makes 6 servings
	Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter 2 cups basmati rice 1 tablespoon mustard seeds Kosher salt to taste 1/2 cup minced onion 4 small, firm figs, preferably Kadota, diced 1 jalapeño or other hot, small pepper seeded and minced 1 tablespoon minced or grated ginger
	Instructions: 1. Put butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds, onion, ginger, and jalapeño. Cook until onion softens, about 4 to 5 minutes. 2. Add rice and stir. Add salt, figs, and 31/2 cups water. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 minutes. Turn off heat and steam another 10 minutes.

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