A flavorful Indian rice dish seasoned with cumin and whole spices.
Ingredients
- 1tspghee or oil
- 1tspjeera (cumin seeds)
- 2piecebay leaf (tej patta)
- 1piecejavitri (mace)
- 1piecestar anise (chakr phool)
- 2piecesmall cinnamon stick (dal cheeni stick)
- 4clovecloves (laung)
- 1/2cuppeas
- 2cupwater
- 1cupsoaked rice
How to make Jeera Rice
Heat ghee or oil in a pan and add jeera. Let it sputter.
Add bay leaf, javitri, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Roast the whole spices for 30-40 seconds.
Add peas and roast them for 20 seconds. Then add salt to taste.
Pour in the water and mix everything. Wait until it starts boiling.
Add the soaked rice to the boiling water.
Let it boil, then cover with a lid and cook on medium heat. Check after 5-6 minutes.
Continue cooking until the water dries up and the rice is cooked.
Tips & Tricks
Ensure the rice is soaked for at least 30 minutes before cooking for better texture.
Adjust the amount of ghee or oil based on your preference for richness.
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