Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 cup basmati rice (soaked in 30 minutes)
  • 2 tsp ghee (or oil)
  • 2 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)
  • whole spices (cinnamon, bay leaf, cloves, cardamom)
  • 3-4 no. green chili (chopped)
  • salt to taste

Instruction

  • Heat ghee or oil in a pan and add the cumin seeds. 
  • When the jeera/cumin seeds turn golden brown, add the garam masala, green chili, salt and give it a stir.
  • Add the rice and mix gently. When the rice turns opaque, add the water. For every 1 cup of rice, add 2 cups of water. 
  • Bring it to a boil and cook until water dries up. Cook covered on simmer for 10 more minutes. 
  • Switch off the heat, and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Open the lid and fluff with a fork. Serve hot.