GHEE RICE

Flavored rice called Basmati rice in India cooked in dollops of ghee / butter with lots of onions resulting in a very flavorful and rich dish. It's so easy, quick and yummy.

Ingredients

Clarified butter (ghee) / butter

: 4 tbsp

Cinnamon stick broken

: 1"

Bay leaves and cloves

: 2 each

Black peppercorns

: 1 tsp

Onions finely sliced

: 1

Basmati rice

: 2 cup(s)

Warm water

: 4 cups

Salt

: To taste

Method

Pour the melted clarified butter (ghee) in a microwave-safe large deep bowl. Add the whole spices and microwave uncovered on high (100%) power for about 1 minute(s).
Add the onion slices and microwave uncovered on high (100%) power for about 4 minutes (stirring mid-way) or till the onions are soft and cooked (they should remain pale).
Add the rice and mix well. Pour in the warm water and add the salt. Mix well. Microwave covered for about 11 minutes (stirring mid-way) or till the rice is done and all the water has evaporated. Separate the grains of rice with a fork lightly to fluff them up.

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