Yellow Basmati Rice with Sesame Seeds

1. 1

   Put the rice in a bowl.

2. 2

   Wash in several changes of water.

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   Let the rice soak in water that covers it generously for 30 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain through a sieve and leave in the sieve suspended over a bowl to drip.

6. 6

   Pour the oil into a heavy, medium pan (that has a tight-fitting lid) and set over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   When hot, put in the red chili, urad dal, mustard seeds, and sesame seeds.

8. 8

   As soon as the dal turns reddish and the mustard seeds begin to pop, add the drained rice, turmeric, and salt.

9. 9

   Turn the heat down to medium.

10. 10

    Stir very gently and saute for a minute.

11. 11

    Add 2 2/3 cups water and bring to a boil.

12. 12

    Cover tightly, turn heat to very, very low, and simmer gently for 25 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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