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Indian Style Basmati Rice Recipe

Flavorful and aromatic basmati rice cooked with Indian spices.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Basmati Rice rinsed
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 tablespoon Ghee or Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 2 pods Cardamom
  • 2 pcs Cloves

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, heat the ghee or oil over medium heat.
  3. 3. Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
  4. 4. Add the rinsed rice and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5. Pour in the water and add salt to taste. Stir well.
  6. 6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed.
  7. 7. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Basmati Rice, Indian Rice
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