JEERA RICE # 2

 

JEERA RICE # 2

 

Jeera is the Indian name for cumin seeds.

Basmati rice is very fragrant and delicious.

 

PORTIONS: 4

 

INGREDIENTS

1 cup Basmati rice

1 tbsp. clarified butter or vegetable oil

½ tsp. cumin seeds

3 cloves

1 small piece cinnamon stick

1 bay leaf

1¾ cups boiling water

¼ tsp. salt

 

PREPARATION

In a pot heat the clarified butter or vegetable oil and add the cumin seeds, cloves and cinnamon. Some seed will start popping up, cook for a few seconds.

Add the rice and fry it a beat until start turning a white color. Do not overdo it.

Add water, bay leaf, salt and mix.

Cover the rice; let it cook for 20 minutes at low heat. Turn off the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.

The rice will be nice and loose.