Learn to cook perfect Indian rice in the step-by-step video recipe below.
Ingredients
Basmati rice: 2 cups (380g)
Vegetable oil: 1 tbsp
Cumin seeds: 2 tsp
Green cardamom: 6 pods (crushed)
Bay: 4 (optional)
Cloves: 4 (optional)
Still water: 4 cups (880ml)
Salt: 1-2 tsp (according to taste)
The expert on Indian cooking, Monica Haldar, demonstrates how to make the perfect fluffy Indian rice in our step-by-step recipe.
Learn how to cook Monica Haldar's perfect Indian rice in six easy recipe steps, perfect for serving with a spinach lamb curry.
Method
01.
Wash rice three or four times, until the water runs clear.
Drain and keep aside.
02.
Heat oil in a pan. Once hot, add the cumin, crushed cardamom, bay leaves and cloves.
As they begin to sizzle, add the water and bring to boil.
03.
Now carefully add the rice to the water and allow it to come to the boil once again.
At this point, reduce to a medium heat (rolling simmer) and place the lid on so the pan is half covered.
Let the rice simmer for five minutes.
04.
At this point, check on the rice. You should see bubble pockets and there should still be some water at the bottom of your pan.
Place the lid back on, so the pan is half covered and cook for a further five minutes.
05.
Now check the rice again – the water should have completely evaporated.
Turn off the heat and place the lid on fully and allow to steam for five minutes. If you are using an electric/ceramic hob, take it off the cooker too.
06.
After five minutes, remove the lid and fork the rice to loosen the grains.
Serve immediately.
