Indian Style Basmati Rice

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Indian Style Basmati Rice

 

1 1/2 cups basmati rice, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick, 2 pods green cardamom

2 whole cloves, 1 tablespoon cumin seed, 1 teaspoon salt or to taste

2 1/2 cups water, 1 small onion, thinly sliced

 

Place rice into a bowl with enough water to cover. Set aside to soak for 20

minutes.

Heat the oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Add the cinnamon

stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and cumin seed. Cook and stir for about a minute,

then add the onion to the pot. Saute the onion until a rich golden brown, about

10 minutes. Drain the water from the rice, and stir into the pot. Cook and stir

the rice for a few minutes, until lightly toasted. Add salt and water to the

pot, and bring to a boil. Cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15

minutes, or until all of the water has been absorbed. Let stand for 5 minutes,

then fluff with a fork before serving.

 

 

 

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