Are you craving the rich and aromatic flavors of restaurant-style ghee rice? Look no further, as I have the perfect recipe for you to recreate this classic dish at home. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be enjoying a delicious bowl of ghee rice in no time.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup basmati rice
– 2 tablespoons ghee
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 3 cloves
– 2 cardamom pods
– 1 onion, thinly sliced
– 1 green chili, slit
– 2 1/2 cups water
– Salt to taste
– Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Recipe:
1. Rinse the basmati rice under running water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom pods, and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced onion and green chili to the pan and sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
4. Add the rinsed basmati rice to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the rice is well coated with the ghee and the spices.
5. Pour water into the pan and add salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked through.
6. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and discard the whole spices.
7. Transfer the ghee rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
8. Serve hot alongside your favorite curry or enjoy it on its own for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
With this simple yet delicious ghee rice recipe, you can bring the flavors of a restaurant-style meal to your own kitchen. Give it a try and treat yourself to a comforting and aromatic dish that will surely become a staple in your cooking repertoire.