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Jeera Rice Recipe

A simple and flavorful Indian rice dish made with cumin seeds.
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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 and soaked for 30 minutes
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 tablespoon Ghee
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat ghee in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3. Add soaked and drained rice, and sauté for 2 minutes.
  4. 4. Add water and salt, bring to a boil.
  5. 5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until rice is done.
  6. 6. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cumin Rice, Jeera Rice
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