Jeera Biryani with Basmati Rice

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Water - 4 cups
• Ghee - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - To taste
• Bay leaf - 1
• Cardamom pods - 4
• Cloves - 4
• Cinnamon stick - 1 inch
• Green chili - 2, slit
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Onion - 1 large, thinly sliced
• Cumin seeds - 2 teaspoons
• Basmati rice - 2 cups

Let's Get Started

1. Wash the basmati rice under running water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
2. Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
4. Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
5. Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the pot. Stir well to coat the rice with the spices.
6. Add water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
7. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
9. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Calories: 400
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 70g
• Protein: 8g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: 2g