Jeera rice
Fluffy basmati rice scented with toasted cumin seeds and a bay leaf, the easy way to dress up plain rice.
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.21 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Rinse the rice in cold water several times until the water runs almost clear. Soak for 15 minutes, then drain.
15 min - 2
Heat the oil in a pan with a lid. Add the cumin seeds, bay leaf and cardamom and let sizzle for 30 seconds.
- 3
Add the rice and stir for 1 minute until coated in the oil.
- 4
Add the water and salt and bring to the boil. Cover tightly and turn the heat to low. Cook for 12 minutes without lifting the lid.
12 min - 5
Turn off the heat and leave covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
5 min
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.