Flavour Notes
Pilaf rather than boil-and-drain — the rice toasts briefly in onion butter before the stock goes in, and that's what gives it the nutty bite. Turmeric is for colour and a soft earthy note rather than flavour headline. Fifteen minutes covered on the lowest heat, then a full ten minutes off the heat with the lid on — that last rest is where the rice finishes.
Heating Instructions
All meals are fully cooked and delivered refrigerated. Keep refrigerated (consume within 4 days) or freeze immediately for up to 6 weeks. For best results, defrost overnight in the fridge — frozen-direct timings are a fallback, not the target.
Reheat to 75°C / 167°F internal temperature — a knife-tip held 2 seconds against the centre should feel hot, not warm. Always rest 2–5 minutes after reheating so the centre fully evens out. Reheat once only; never re-reheat leftovers.
Prepared in a kitchen that also handles gluten, tree nuts, dairy and soy — see the allergens list for dish-specific information.
Heat gently until piping hot throughout. Times are a guide — check the centre before serving.
- Add 1 tbsp water and cover loosely. 70% power for 3–4 minutes, fluffing with a fork halfway.
- 40% power for 6 minutes, break up with a fork, then 70% power for a further 3 minutes. Fluff before serving.
- Heat Level
- Low
- Non-stick pan on low for 6–8 minutes with 2 tbsp water, lid on, fluffing with a fork halfway.
- Low for 15–18 minutes covered with water, breaking up at 8 minutes and fluffing at the end.
Allergens
May contain traces of
- Gluten
- Tree Nuts
- Dairy
- Soy
Prepared in a kitchen that handles all major allergens — cross-contamination possible.
Common questions
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How long can I keep it before reheating?
Refrigerate in its sealed container for up to 3 days from delivery, or freeze for up to 6 weeks. Once reheated, eat within 24 hours.
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Is your kitchen Halaal certified?
We work to Halaal-friendly standards with separate prep surfaces and no pork or alcohol products. Independent certification is in progress — check the dietary tag on each dish.
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How does delivery work?
We deliver across the Cape Town metro on weekdays. Orders placed before 14:00 are dispatched the next business day. Free delivery on orders over R500.
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Can I customise the spice level or portion size?
Drop a note in the order comments at checkout — we accommodate where we can. For larger events, contact our catering team for bespoke menus.
The Story
Basmati rice pilaf-style with soft onion, carrot, peas, turmeric, a little star anise and fresh parsley. The kind of side that solves the rice question on a weeknight without asking any favours of the main dish.
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