35 mins

Ingredients for Jeera Pulao (Cumin Rice)
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How to Cook Jeera Pulao (Cumin Rice)
- Wash and drain the rice 2-3 times, then soak it in water for 15-20 minutes to soften it and remove any excess starch. Heat the oil in a large pan and add the cumin seeds (Jeera), bay leaf, cardamom, whole black peppers and cloves, stirring for a few minutes until the cumin seeds pop.
- Drain the rice then add it to the pan with the salt, mix well and pour in the water. When the water begins to boil, reduce the heat, cover with a lid and allow to simmer (rolling boil) for 15-20 minutes until water is completely absorbed. Check the rice after about 10 minutes and, if necessary, add a little more water (if the water is evaporating too quickly before the rice is cooked, it generally means you have the heat turned too high).
- Garnish the Jeera Pulao with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with a cup of yoghurt, some tomato chutney or a mild vegetable curry.

If you have a sweet tooth you can lightly fry raisins and add them to the rice with some broken cashew nuts. You'll be glad you did!
Reviews of Jeera Pulao (Cumin Rice)
![]() I have made this jeera rice recipe quite a few times now. It has turned out delicious every time. thank you so much Mamtha for another wonderful recipe that you have explained so beautifully! Rafeeda (5 reviews) |
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