Authentic Indian Basmati Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 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 small onion, thinly sliced
• 2.5 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare all the necessary ingredients for the recipe.
2. Soak the basmati rice in a bowl filled with water for approximately 20 minutes to enhance its texture.
3. During the final 10 minutes of soaking, heat oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Introduce the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves, followed by the cumin seeds.
4. Stir continuously, allowing the spices to become fragrant and toasted, which should take about a minute. Then, incorporate the sliced onion and stir well.
5. Continue to sauté the onion until it achieves a tender and rich golden-brown hue, typically around 10 minutes.
6. Drain the soaked rice thoroughly and add it to the pot. Stir and cook the rice until it is lightly toasted, approximately 3 minutes.
7. Introduce the water and salt, and bring the mixture to a boil. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until all the water has been completely absorbed, which should take about 15 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes. Finally, fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 216 kcal
• Fat Content: 5 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sugar Content: 1 g
• Sodium Content: 394 mg
• Protein Content: 4 g
• Carbohydrate Content: 39 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g