Jeera Rice Recipe Hebbars Kitchen
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Description
Jeera rice is a popular Indian dish that is made by cooking rice with cumin seeds, also known as jeera. It is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is often served as a side dish with curries, dal, or yogurt.Prep Time
The preparation time for jeera rice is approximately 15 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for jeera rice is approximately 20 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- 2-3 cloves
- 2-3 green cardamom
- 1 small cinnamon stick
- Salt to taste
Equipment
- Heavy bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Method
- Wash the rice several times in cold water and soak it for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
- Add cumin seeds, bay leaf, cloves, green cardamom, and cinnamon stick to the pot and sauté for a few seconds until the spices become fragrant.
- Drain the water from the rice and add it to the pot. Sauté the rice for a few minutes until it becomes slightly translucent.
- Add 2 cups of water and salt to the pot and stir well.
- Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
- Turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves (optional).
- Serve hot with your favorite curry or dal.
Notes
- Make sure to rinse the rice well to remove any excess starch.
- Soaking the rice helps to reduce the cooking time and makes the rice more fluffy.
- You can adjust the amount of cumin seeds and other spices according to your taste preferences.
- For a healthier version, you can use brown rice instead of basmati rice.
Nutrition Info
- Calories - 262 kcal
- Carbohydrates - 44g
- Protein - 4g
- Fat - 7g
- Sodium - 10mg
- Potassium - 81mg
- Fiber - 1g
- Sugar - 1g
- Vitamin C - 1mg
- Calcium - 25mg
- Iron - 1mg
Recipe Tips
- Make sure to use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.
- Do not stir the rice too much while it is cooking as it can break the grains.
- If you prefer a more flavorful rice, you can add a pinch of garam masala or turmeric powder to the pot.
- You can also add some vegetables like peas, carrots, and onions to make it a more nutritious meal.
- If you want to make a larger batch of rice, you can double or triple the ingredients accordingly.
Enjoy this delicious and easy jeera rice recipe from Hebbars Kitchen!
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