Indian Yellow Fried Rice With Peas

1. 1

   Wash rice gently and soak it for at least 15 minutes prior to cooking. Rinse well.

2. 2

   Drain the rice and put into the saucepan. Add the water, green peas, 1 teaspoon of oil, and salt. Bring to a boil and turn the heat to low, and cover the pan.

3. 3

   Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water has evaporated. Turn off the heat and fluff the rice with a fork.

4. 4

   (The last time I made this, I used 3 cups of cooked jasmine rice from the night before and frozen peas and started the recipe at the next step.)

5. 5

   Heat the oil in a frying pan on medium high. Test the heat by adding one cumin seed to the oil; if seed crackles right away, the oil is ready. Add cumin seeds, and mustard seeds.

6. 6

   After the seeds crackle, add red chilies, bay leaves, and the cinnamon stick and stir-fry for few seconds.

7. 7

   Add rice, turmeric, and cayenne pepper to the spices in frying pan. Gently stir-fry for about 5 to 6 minutes.

8. 8

   Serve with Dal and Indian Bread (Naan or Roti).

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