Bariis Yogurt (yogurt rice)

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Cook the rice in salted water with the cardamom, covered, over low heat for 15 minutes.
3. Let the rice rest for 5 minutes off the heat, then fluff it with a fork.
4. Meanwhile, mix the yogurt with the chopped mint, a pinch of salt and a little pepper.
5. Let the rice cool for a few minutes so it is lukewarm.
6. Gently fold the yogurt into the lukewarm rice and mix.
7. Serve cool or at room temperature, garnished with mint.