Jeera Pulao {Cumin Basmati Rice}

Ingredients

• 2
  
  tablespoons ghee (or unsalted butter)
  
• 2
  
  tablespoons whole cumin seeds (must be whole seeds)
  
• 4
  
  cups water
  
• 2
  
  cups basmati rice
  
• 1/2
  
  tablespoon salt
  
• 1
  
  tablespoon chopped cilantro
  

Directions

1. In order to get the maximum benefits of the fluffy, loose consistency that is typical of Indian rice, pre-soak the rice in a large bowl of water for approximately 1 hour. Then thoroughly drain it and you can get started right away.
2. Heat the butter in the pot over medium heat and saute the cumin seeds for 10 seconds. Pour 4 cups of water in that same pot, bring the heat up to a high until water simmers. Add basmati rice and salt, simmering on medium heat for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until liquid is completely soaked and the rice is fluffy and loose. Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with cilantro.