Cumin Rice -Zeera Chawal

1. 1

   Wash and soak the rice for at least an hour. This helps the rice cook fluffy and less sticky. Heat ghee in a deep and thick-bottomed saucepan (which has a lid). Add the bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cloves and peppercorns.

2. 2

   Add cumin seeds. When the seeds crackle, add the soaked rice and saute for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the water and season with salt. Make sure the heat is turned on to high. Try to minimize stirring or mixing with a spoon when cooking basmati rice as the grains can easily break.

4. 4

   Once you see that the layer of water above the rice has evaporated (takes about 7-10 minutes), reduce the heat to medium, cover with a lid and cook for another 5-7 minutes or till the rice is done.

5. 5

   Garnish with chopped mint and coriander leaves.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.