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Jeera Rice Recipe
Jeera rice delivers full-flavored, traditional Indian preparation where whole garam masala adds authentic taste and wonderful aroma that creates complete sensory experience through proper spicing. This traditional preparation demonstrates how cumin (jeera) can be enhanced through whole spice additions that create more complex flavors than simple cumin seasoning. The full-flavored nature comes from proper spice tempering while the authentic taste ensures genuine Indian character and cultural significance. This wonderful aroma creates anticipation while the whole garam masala usage guarantees traditional preparation methods and superior flavor development. The traditional Indian status honors culinary heritage while delivering restaurant-quality results in home kitchens.
A full-flavored, traditional Indian jeera rice. The whole garam masala adds a full and authentic taste and wonderful aroma to the rice.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
2 cups
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Ingredients
1 cup basmati rice
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
4 whole cloves
4 whole black peppercorns
2 cardamom pods
1 bay leaf
1 ½ cups water
salt to taste
Directions
Rinse rice 3 to 4 times and transfer to a bowl; cover with water and soak for at least 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir cumin until starting to pop, 2 to 4 minutes. Add cloves, peppercorns, cardamom pods, and bay leaf; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes.
Drain rice and mix into spice mixture; add 1 1/2 cups water and salt. Cover skillet and cook on high for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and let rest with cover on, about 15 minutes.
Remove cover and fluff rice with a fork. Remove bay leaf, cardamom pods, cloves, and peppercorns.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 195 | Calories |
| 3g | Fat |
| 39g | Carbs |
| 4g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 195 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 3% |
| Sodium 46mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 22mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 29mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
