How to Make Jeera Fried Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jeera fried rice is a delicious and aromatic Indian dish that is perfect for anyone who loves the flavors of cumin and rice. This dish is easy to make and can be served as a main course or as a side dish to complement any Indian meal. The combination of cumin seeds, fragrant basmati rice, and a mix of vegetables and spices creates a satisfying and flavorful dish that will leave you craving for more.

Jeera, also known as cumin, is a popular spice in Indian cuisine and is known for its ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 5 black peppercorns
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground cloves

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 3 servings

  • Wash rice well and soak in 2 1/2 cups salted water for 30 min.
  • Heat oil in a heavy or nonstick pan. Add onions and fry till dark brown. Drain onions and set aside, but reserve the oil.
  • In the same oil, stir fry cumin, peppercorns, and bay leaf for a few seconds.
  • Drain rice reserving the water and add the rice to the frying pan. Add sugar, stir gently, fry till rice is light brown. Add clove-cinnamon powder, stir. Add salt water (previously drained) and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer covered until rice is the cooked and the water evaporates. Rice should not be sticky when finished. Spoon the onions on top to serve.
  • Nutrition

    340 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 16mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 63mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 190mg