Ingredients

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2 cups basmati (long grain rice)
2 tbsp. ghee
1 black cardamom
1" piece cinnamon
2 cloves
5 cups water (approx.)

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Method :

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1. Wash rice gently.
2. Put in colander and stand for 10 minutes.
3. Heat ghee in a deep heavy pan.
4. Add whole spices, stir. Add rice carefully.
5. Stir fry very gently with a spatula for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add water, cover, bring to boil.
7. Simmer covered, till rice is cooked and water has evaporated.
8. Press a grain, it must mash on putting pressure.
9. Do not overcook, or the rice will taste lumpy.
10. Add more hot water towards 3/4 done if required.
11. Serve hot with sindhi saibhaji or curry.

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Making time: 30 minutes
Makes: 4 servings bowl
Shelflife: Best fresh