Description
A collection of traditional rasy recipes that showcase rich flavors and techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of basmati rice
- 2 cups of water
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of ghee
- 1 onion, finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- In a pot, heat ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
- Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in turmeric and garam masala, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add drained rice and sauté for 2-3 minutes to coat the grains.
- Pour in 2 cups of water and add salt. Bring to a boil.
- Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For variations, consider adding vegetables or protein such as peas or chicken.
- Serve with yogurt or a spicy sauce for added flavor.
- Adjust spices based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: rasy recipes, Indian cuisine, basmati rice, traditional recipes