Ghee Rice Restaurant Style
A one-pot rice dish that brings together grains, spices, and vegetables or meat in a single satisfying meal. The rice absorbs every flavour in the pot and comes out fragrant, colourful, and complete.
Ingredientsfor 3 servings
- 3 cup Basmati rice
- 2 tsp Ghee
- 1 nos Onion
- 1/2 Of Carrot
- Salt, to taste
- 2 - Cardamom
- 2 - Cinnamon
- 2 - Cloves
- 6 cup Water
- Fried onions, raisins and cashew nuts — for garnishing
- Coriander leaves
Preparation
Step 1
Soak rice in water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a deep pan, heat ghee.
Step 3
Add the whole spices and cook for a few seconds.
Step 4
Add chopped onion and carrot and cook for some time.
Step 5
Add 6 cups of water.
Step 6
When the water boils, add rice and salt.
Step 7
Put the lid on and cook till the water is fully absorbed and the rice is cooked.
Step 8
Transfer the contents to a serving platter.
Step 9
Garnish with fried onions, raisins, cashew nuts and coriander leaves.
Tip
Soak the rice for at least 20 minutes before cooking. This ensures even cooking and prevents the grains from breaking.
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