Jeera Rice
Jeera Rice is a simple Indian dish made by cooking basmati rice with cumin seeds and spices, offering a fragrant and flavorful accompaniment.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Basmati Rice | 2 | Cup |
| Water | 4 | Cup |
| Ghee | 3 | Tbsp |
| Cumin Seeds | 2 | Tsp |
| Bay Leaf | 1 | Count |
| Cloves | 3 | Count |
| Cinnamon Stick | 1 | Inch |
| Green Cardamom | 3 | Count |
| Salt | 1 | Tsp |
| Fresh Cilantro | 1 | Bunch |
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the rinsed rice. Cook until the rice is 70% cooked, then drain and set aside.
- In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
- Add bay leaf, cloves, cinnamon stick, and green cardamom to the pan. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the partially cooked rice to the pan with the spices. Gently mix to combine, ensuring the rice is coated with the ghee and spices.
- Add salt to taste and mix well. Cover the pan and let the rice cook on low heat for about 10 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Prep
- Rinse and soak basmati rice for 30 minutes before cooking.
Kitchen equipment
Fine Mesh SieveLarge Pot With Lid