📝 Ingredients:

• 1 cup basmati rice
• 2 tbsp ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups water
• 1-inch cinnamon stick
• 2-3 cloves
• 2-3 cardamom pods
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp salt (adjust as needed)
• 8-10 cashews (optional)
• 1 tbsp raisins (optional)
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander (for garnish)

1️⃣ Rinse & Soak Rice

• Wash the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 20-30 minutes. Drain before cooking.

2️⃣ Fry Cashews & Raisins (Optional)

• Heat 1 tbsp ghee 🧈 in a pan.
• Fry cashews and raisins until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

3️⃣ Sauté Spices & Onions

• In the same pan, add 1 tbsp ghee 🧈 and sauté cumin seeds, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and bay leaf until fragrant.
• Add sliced onions 🧅 and cook until golden brown.

4️⃣ Cook the Rice

• Add the drained rice and stir gently for a minute to coat it with ghee.
• Pour 2 cups of water 💧 and add salt 🧂.
• Cover and cook on low heat for 10-12 minutes or until the rice is soft and fluffy.

5️⃣ Final Touch

• Fluff the rice with a fork 🍴.
• Garnish with fried cashews, raisins, and fresh coriander 🌿.