Heat ghee in a pan and add cumin seeds until they crackle. Add washed rice and sauté gently for a minute. Pour water, add salt, and cook on low flame until rice turns fluffy and aromatic. Serve hot with dal or curry.
Ingredients :
1 Cup Paramounte Basmati Rice (rinsed & soaked 20 minutes)
2 tbsp Oil or Ghee
1 Bay Leaf
4–5 Cloves
1–2 Green Cardamom
1 Small Cinnamon Stick
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
1 Medium Onion (Sliced)
1 tsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
1–2 Green Chilies (Slit)
1 Cup Mixed Vegetables (Carrot, Peas, Beans, Potatoes)
1 tsp Salt (or to Taste)
¼ tsp Turmeric
½ tsp Garam Masala
2 Cups Water
Fresh Coriander for Garnish
Recipe :
Rinse and Soak Basmati rice for 20–30 minutes, then drain.
Heat ghee/oil and sauté whole spices until fragrant.
Add sliced onions and cook until soft and golden.
Mix in ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, sauté briefly.
Add mixed vegetables, salt, and turmeric, and sauté for 3–4 minutes.
Add drained rice and gently coat it with the spices.
Pour water, add garam masala, adjust salt, and bring to a boil.
Cover and cook on low heat until rice turns fluffy and water is absorbed.
Rest for 5 minutes, fluff gently, and garnish with fresh coriander.
