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Ghee Rice

Basmati rice cooked in Ghee with whole spices and caramelized onion.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Author Nandini

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Basmati Rice
  • 1/2 Onion (sliced)
  • 2 tbsps Ghee
  • 1 tsp Salt

Whole Spices

  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 inches cinnamon
  • 4 cardamom pods
  • 6 cloves

Instructions

  • Wash rice and keep aside.
  • Press saute on the Instant Pot. Add the ghee. Once the ghee is hot, add the whole spices. Stir.
  • Add the sliced onion, and fry till it is golden brown and is caramelized. Take care not to burn the onions.
  • Add the drained rice, salt, and 3 cups of water. (that is 1 and 1/2 cups for every cup of rice)
  • Stir gently. Close the Instant Pot and pressure cook on high for 4 minutes.
  • Once the Pot beeps when done, press cancel. Set a timer for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, do a quick release of pressure and open the Instant Pot.
  • Mix the rice gently and transfer it to a serving dish.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro or golden fried onions.