Jeera Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1.75 cups Water
• 2 tbsp Ghee
• 1.5 tsp Cumin seeds
• 0.75 tsp Salt
• 1 leaf Bay leaf(optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak for 5 minutes and drain.

2. 2

   Heat ghee in a saucepan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf; sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the drained rice and stir gently for 1 minute to coat the grains in ghee.

4. 4

   Pour in water and salt, bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 12 minutes.

5. 5

   Turn off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with cilantro, and serve.