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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices
Other
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
- 2
Toast the Cashews
In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the cashews and toast them until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté Spices
In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add black mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add turmeric powder and stir for a few seconds.
- 4
Cook Rice
Add the rinsed rice to the pan and stir for a minute. Then add water and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
- 5
Add Lemon and Cashews
Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and toasted cashews.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.
