Cumin Rice

Side dishServes 4

How to cook 1. Wash and soak the rice for 30 minutes. 2. Add the oil to a pan and heat. Add the cumin seeds and wait until they turn brown. 3. Drain the rice and place into the oil and stir slowly for 1-2 minutes. 4. Dissolve the stock cube with the hot water and add to the pan. 5. Add more water so the level is twice the level of rice. Stir gently. 6. Turn the heat down to medium/low and cover. Cook until the water has all evaporated and the rice is cooked. 7. Serve as an accompaniment to any Indian main dish.

Ingredients

Basmati rice (handful per individual, approx 150g)
1 Vegetable/Chicken stock Cube
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
2 tbsp Sunflower Oil
Hot water (400ml)

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