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Jeera Rice
~30 minutes estimated. Rice brands and pots differ; adjust the water for your rice brand and pot.
US weights are ounces by weight; liquids are US fluid ounces. Values are rounded. Scaling changes ingredient quantities, not cooking time, pan size, or seasoning judgement.
Ingredients
Method
- 01
Rinse rice until the water is mostly clear, then drain well.
- 02
Heat oil in the pot. Add cumin and bay leaf and warm just until fragrant, then stir in drained rice.
- 03
Cook the rice with the measured water and salt in a covered pot at a gentle simmer until absorbed. Turn off and rest, covered, before fluffing.
A citrus finish
Add: 0.25 tsp finely grated lemon zest
Fold the zest through gently after the covered resting period. Keep it light so cumin remains the main flavor.
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