Cumin-Tempered Basmati Rice
Fragrant basmati rice infused with whole cumin seeds tempered in ghee—a showstopping Indian side that tastes like restaurant cooking. Ready in 20 minutes with just one pot.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 182
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups basmati rice
- 1.5 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 tbsp ghee or coconut oil
- 2 whole bay leaves
- 3 cups water
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Rinse basmati rice in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water until water runs clear, shaking gently.
- 2
Heat ghee in a medium pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
- 3
Add cumin seeds and bay leaves; stir until seeds crackle and darken slightly, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Pour in rinsed rice and stir constantly until it turns translucent at the edges, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Add water and salt; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes.
- 6
Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes, then fluff gently with a fork and serve.
Tools you’ll need
- medium pot with lid
- fine-mesh sieve
- fork
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