Jeera Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice, soaked 20 min
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1.5 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cloves
• 1 inch cinnamon
• Salt, water

Method

1. Heat ghee, add cumin seeds and let them sizzle and turn golden.
2. Add bay leaf, cloves and cinnamon; saute a few seconds till fragrant.
3. Add drained rice and saute gently for 2 minutes to coat each grain.
4. Add water (1:1.75 ratio) and salt; bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat till done.
5. Fluff with a fork and serve hot with any curry.