Step 1: Place the rice in a strainer and rinse under cool water until no longer cloudy. Put the rice in a medium bowl, add water to cover, and let sit for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons of the ghee in a saucepan over medium high heat. Lightly crack the cardamom pods with the flat edge of a knife and add them to the ghee. Add the cloves, bay leaves and cumin seeds. Cook, stirring continuously, for one minute.
Step 3: Drain the rice and add it to the saucepan. Keep cooking, stirring often, until the rice grains are completely coated with the ghee mixture. This is take about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.
Step 4: Add the water and salt, and bring to a high boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover pan, and cook until the water has mostly evaporated - about 10-12 minutes.
Step 5: Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes, covered. Remove and discard the cardamom pods, cloves, and bay leaves. Add the remaining tablespoon of ghee, and fluff with a fork.
Step 6: Garnish with the chopped cilantro right before serving.
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