Indian Style Basmati Rice

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Place rice into a bowl with enough water to cover. Set aside to soak for 20 minutes.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'In the last 10 minutes of soaking, heat oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves, then stir in cumin seed.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Cook and stir until fragrant and toasted, about a minute. Add sliced onion and stir.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Sauté until the onion is tender and a rich golden brown color, about 10 minutes.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Drain water from rice, and stir into the pot. Cook and stir rice until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Add water and salt, and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until all the water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.'}

8. 8

   {'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (6 servings total)