Usuba
Basmati with Aromatic Spices
Rice is cooked with cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, which give it a deep aroma. Then the grains are roasted with mustard seeds, onions, and garlic, and turmeric is added for a golden color and spicy flavor.
- Total
- 30 min
- Standard serving
- 650.2 g
Ingredients
Total 13
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Place the rice in a sieve and rinse with cool water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- 2
Step 2
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of salted water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Add cloves, cardamom, and a cinnamon stick. Cook for 8–10 minutes.
- 3
Step 3
After 8 minutes, check if the rice is done. If the grains are still hard, cook for a few more minutes. The cooking time depends on the type of cereal.
- 4
Step 4
Drain the rice in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Remove the cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon. Let the rice drain.
- 5
Step 5
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds, thyme, and chili pepper. Fry until the mustard seeds begin to pop.
- 6
Step 6
Add the sliced onion and cook for 5–7 minutes until it browns.
- 7
Step 7
Add the minced garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes. Transfer the rice to the pan and stir well.
- 8
Step 8
Sprinkle turmeric over the rice and stir. Fry for another 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, so that the spices are evenly distributed.
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