Cumin Rice

Recipe #6 - Rebel Queen

I made this delicious and easy little recipe to go along with my Durga Dal Daal. They go together phenomenally. Trust me. 

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 2 teaspoons cumin seeds

• 1/2 teaspoon salt (add more to taste)

• 1 cup brown rice (If you wish to be more traditional, use basmati or brown basmati rice)

• 2 cups water

Instructions:

1. Wash rice thoroughly and drain

2. Warm oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat

3. Add cumin seeds and salt, and cook until cumin seeds begin to sizzle and become very fragrant (about 10-15 seconds) - watch carefully not to burn!

4. Add rice, and stir thoroughly to incorporate cumin 

5. Add water and bring to a boil (here you can add saffron, if desired)

6. Reduce temperature to low and cover

7. Simmer for 45 min-1 hour until all water is absorbed (or cook according to package directions if not using med-grain brown rice)

8. Fluff with fork

9. Enjoy alongside your favorite Indian dish!