Jeera Rice
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Basmati Rice
- 1 teaspoon teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 2-3 Cloves
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1/2 inch Cinnamon Stick
- 1 Green Chilly
- 1 tablespoon Coriander leaves (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Ghee
- Salt and Oil as required
Instructions
- 1 A fragrant and mildly spiced rice dish, perfect to serve with dal, curries, or North Indian gravies.
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Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 15 minutes (or as per the instructions on the package).- 3
Drain the water and set the rice aside.- 4
In a thick-bottomed pot, heat ghee. Add cloves, cumin seeds, cinnamon sticks, green chillies, and a bay leaf. Sauté until aromatic.- 5
Add the soaked and drained rice to the pot. Gently sauté the rice for 1–2 minutes, coating it well in the spices.- 6
Pour in enough water to cook the rice (usually 1.5 to 2 cups of water for every cup of rice, depending on the brand).- 7
Cover the pot with a lid and cook for about 10 minutes, or as per the manufacturer’s directions, until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.- 8
Once done, fluff the rice gently with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.- 9
Your flavorful Jeera Rice is ready!- 10
Serve hot with dal fry, paneer butter masala, or any curry of your choice. - 2
