How to make cumin spiced basmati rice

This is a simple recipe to cook Basmati rice. This is also my first guide! Please leave comments if this worked out well or if something's unclear. Enjoy!

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Heat 1.5 tsp oil over medium-high heat.

Heat 1.5 tsp oil over medium-high heat.

Add 1/4 tsp salt.

Add 1/4 tsp salt.

Once the pan is hot, add the Cumin seeds and let them sizzle.

Once the pan is hot, add the Cumin seeds and let them sizzle.

Measure out 1/2 cup of rice. Rinse it under water or soak it for half an hour for fluffier rice.

Measure out 1/2 cup of rice. Rinse it under water or soak it for half an hour for fluffier rice.

Lower heat to medium and add the rice.

Lower heat to medium and add the rice.

Add exactly 1 cup of water.

Add exactly 1 cup of water.

Mix it well and bring to a boil.

Mix it well and bring to a boil.

Once the water begins to boil, it's time to lower the heat to a low-medium heat. (#4 on the turn dial).

Once the water begins to boil, it's time to lower the heat to a low-medium heat. (#4 on the turn dial).

Cover and cook for exactly 12 minutes.

Cover and cook for exactly 12 minutes.

Ahem .. 12 minutes to be exact.

Ahem .. 12 minutes to be exact.

After 12 minutes, uncover and see if the water has been fully absorbed. If not, you can cook for 2-3 more minutes. Fluff and serve with Indian curries!

After 12 minutes, uncover and see if the water has been fully absorbed. If not, you can cook for 2-3 more minutes. Fluff and serve with Indian curries!

  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 cup Basmati rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1.5 tsp oil/butter
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