Cumin Rice
This cumin rice is my favorite light dinner recipe. Serve with any meat and gravy; goes great with chicken or beef curries!
INGRIDIENT
DIRECTION
Step: 1
Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Season with salt. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain.
Step: 2
Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add cumin seeds to the hot oil and cook until sputtering, about 2 minutes. Pour cumin seeds and oil onto the hot rice and mix well.
NUTRITION FACT
Per Serving: 232 calories; protein 3.5g; carbohydrates 37.4g; fat 7.3g; sodium 46.5mg.
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