Jeera Rice Recipe Vahrehvah

September 11, 2023 Post a Comment

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Description

Jeera rice is a popular Indian dish that is made with fragrant basmati rice and cumin seeds. It is a simple yet flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. The dish is easy to make and does not require too many ingredients. In this recipe, we will be using the Vahrehvah method to prepare the jeera rice.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 10 minutes. You will need to wash and soak the rice before cooking it.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

1 cup basmati rice
2 cups water
2 tablespoons ghee
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon garlic paste
2 green chilies, slit
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Equipment

For this recipe, you will need a heavy-bottomed pan with a lid and a spoon for stirring.

Method

1. Wash the basmati rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes. 2. Drain the rice and set it aside. 3. In a heavy-bottomed pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. 4. Add the cumin seeds and fry them for 30 seconds or until they start to splutter. 5. Add the chopped onions and fry them until they turn golden brown. 6. Add the ginger paste, garlic paste, and slit green chilies. Fry for 30 seconds. 7. Add the drained rice to the pan and stir to combine with the onion mixture. 8. Add 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir well. 9. Cover the pan with a lid and bring the water to a boil. 10. Reduce the heat to low and let the rice cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender. 11. Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. 12. Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle fresh coriander leaves on top before serving.

Notes

Jeera rice can be served with a variety of dishes, such as dal, vegetables, or meat. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a main course. You can adjust the amount of green chilies in this recipe to suit your taste. If you do not have ghee, you can use vegetable oil instead.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:

Calories: 240
Protein: 4g
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 592mg

Recipe Tips

To ensure that the rice is fluffy and does not stick together, it is important to soak the rice before cooking. You can also rinse the rice with cold water after cooking to remove any excess starch. If you want to add more flavor to the dish, you can add some whole spices such as bay leaves, cinnamon, and cardamom while cooking the rice.