Jeera Rice

Ingredients (11)

• basmati rice600 g
• coconut milk500 ml
• water
• ghee2 tbsp
• bay leaves2
• cinnamon sticks2
• cloves5
• cumin seeds1 tbsp
• green chillies2
• salt2 tsp
• fresh coriander leaves0.25 cup

Method

1. 1

   Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes, then drain.

2. 2

   Pour in the coconut milk and water.

3. 3

   Add the salt and bring to a gentle boil.

4. 4

   Add the washed and soaked the rice.

5. 5

   Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook over low heat for 12–15 minutes until the rice is tender.

6. 6

   Switch off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Fluff gently with a fork.

8. 8

   Heat the ghee in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.

9. 9

   Add the bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves and cumin seeds.

10. 10

    Once fragrant, add the green chillies.

11. 11

    Add the cooked rice and sauté gently for 2 minutes.

12. 12

    Garnish with coriander leaves