jeera chawal (cumin rice)

How To Make jeera chawal (cumin rice)

• 1

  In a heavy 2-3 quart pot, heat oil over medium-high heat add cumin seeds, clove, cardamom and cinnamon and cook 40 seconds, until cumin begins to sizzle.
• 2

  Add onion and saute, stirring, for 2 minutes, until onion begins to soften and brown slightly. Add rice and salt and saute 1 minute, stirring to keep rice from sticking. Add water and bring to a boil.
• 3

  Reduce heat to low, partially cover, and simmer for 8 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside, fully covered, for at least 5 minutes.
• 4

  Remove whole spices and fluff rice with fork. Serve.
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