
Fragrant basmati rice perfumed with toasted cumin and warm whole spices, fluffy and separate with a light buttered finish. Simple technique yields an elegant accompaniment for curries or grilled vegetables.
1 ½ cup basmati rice, rinsed until water runs clear and soaked 20 minutes
3 cup water
2 tbsp ghee
1 tbsp cumin seeds
1 bay leaf
3 green cardamom
2 clove clove
1 cinnamon stick
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tsp salt
1 pinch black pepper
2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.

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