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Jeera Rice

Basmati rice with cumin seeds fried in ghee. A simple side for any curry.

Serves 4

Prep 5 min

Cook 20 min

Jeera Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 1/4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Steps

  1. Step 1. Soak the rice in water for 20 minutes, then drain.

  2. Step 2. Heat the ghee and fry the cumin seeds and bay leaf for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  3. Step 3. Add the rice and stir for 1 minute. Add the water and salt and bring to a boil.

  4. Step 4. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook 15 minutes. Rest 5 minutes, then fluff.

Where this recipe comes from

Yoribang Indian recipes by Yoribang. License: Free to use. View the original (opens in a new tab)

Original Yoribang write-ups of Indian dishes. Spices like garam masala, cumin, coriander, and turmeric are sold in most supermarkets. Ghee, paneer, basmati rice, and lentils are at Indian grocery stores. Start with less chili, since heat varies a lot by brand.