Jeera Rice
Cumin seeds briefly sizzle in oil before basmati rice cooks by absorption with a bay leaf.
AI-generated serving illustration; actual results may vary.
IndianFood
10 minPrep
25 minCook
35 minTotal
EasyDifficulty
Ingredients
Method
- Rinse rice several times and drain for 5 minutes.
- Warm oil over medium heat; sizzle cumin and bay leaf for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in rice for 1 minute, add water and salt and bring to a boil.
- Cover and cook on very low heat 12 minutes; rest off heat 10 minutes, remove bay leaf and fluff.
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Tips
- Do not lift the lid during the final resting period.
- Different rice brands absorb differently; use the packet ratio if specified.
Original recipe by the FileYay team. Amounts are a starting point, so taste and adjust as you go.