Aromatic Cumin Rice

30 mins    Dinner

This aromatic cumin rice is an easy and delicious side dish for palak paneer, butter chicken, tandoori chicken, or even fish curry. It's vibrant and visually appealing, with a subtle flavour that complements any curry without overpowering it. Elevate your Indian meal with this beautiful side made with a method almost as simple as plain boiled rice. Prep time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

Serves: 3-4 Free from: Seafood, Gluten, Dairy, Meat, Gluten

Aromatic cumin rice

Ingredients

1 cup basmati rice

1 1/2 cups water

1 teaspoon cumin seed

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Place the rice in a bowl and rinse it 2–3 times: fill the bowl with water, gently rub the rice, then pour out the water. Repeat until the water runs mostly clear.

2. Add all the rice ingredients to a pot and stir. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to medium-low. Cover with a lid and cook for 12–15 minutes, or until the water has evaporated.

3. Let the rice sit, covered, for 5–10 minutes to steam. Fluff with a fork before serving. TRYING IT? LEAVE A REVIEW BELOW!

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