Kesar Chawal (Fragrant Rice)

Submitted by Camden Cook

"East Indian Rice Recipe"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil (Olive)
• 12 ounces rice (Basmati)
• 2 cups water
• 6 cardamom
• 4 cloves
• 2 inches cinnamon sticks
• 2 bay leaves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric

directions

1. Heat the oil in a saucepan and saute the drained rice thoroughly for about 3 minutes.
2. Add the water and spices, then bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook gently for 20 minutes.
4. To serve, fluff the rice with a fork.