Jeera Rice

Tempered rice with cumin seeds is a delicious variation to the staple rice.

1. Clean and wash the rice thoroughly and soak it for 15 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
2. Alongside, put 3 cups of water to boil.
3. In a pan, heat oil/ghee. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf. As soon as the seeds crackle, add the soaked basmati rice and sauté it for a few minutes.
4. After that add the boiled water and simmer for 5 minutes. Add salt and cover the pan with a lid till the rice is cooked.
5. Garnish it with coriander leaves and serve hot.

Serves : 4 Ready In : 30 Minutes Level : Easy Tithi : Yes Cuisine : indian

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups basmati rice
• 2 teaspoons Cumin seeds
• 2 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 bay leaf
• salt to taste
• Coriander Leaves (to garnish) Optional

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