Basmati Rice: Cook it Indian Style|Print

Servings: 6

Basmati rice

1 1/2 cups

Vegetable oil

2 tbsps

Cinnamon stick

1 (2-inch) piece

Green cardamom

2 pods

Whole cloves

Cumin seed

1 tbsps

Salt

1 tsp

Water

2 1/2 cups

Onion

1, sliced

Basmati Rice: Cook it Indian Style

Prep:

10 m

Cook:

35 m

Ready in:

45 m

Soak rice in a bowl filled with water for about 20 minutes.
Over medium heat, heat oil in a saucepan.
Add cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and cumin. Stirring, cook for 1 minute. Add onion. Cook for 10 minutes (until onion slices are golden brown).
Drain the water from rice. Stir into the saucepan. Cook until lightly toasted (several minutes). Add salt and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover the rice. Continue cooking for about 15 minutes (until water has been absorbed). Before serving the rice, allow it to stand for about 5 min. Enjoy your Basmati Rice!