Thoroughly rinse the basmati rice in cold water, then drain.
Finely chop the onion and garlic. Dice the carrot into small cubes.
In a saucepan, melt the butter or heat the oil. Sauté the onion, garlic, and grated ginger until fragrant.
Add the curry powder and turmeric, stirring to release their flavors.
Pour in the drained rice and stir to coat each grain with the spices.
Pour in the water and coconut milk, then add salt and pepper.
Add the carrots and green peas, then bring the mixture to a boil.
Cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender.
Turn off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for an additional 5 minutes.
Before serving, sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve as a side dish or as a standalone vegetarian meal.
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