👨‍🍳 Instrucciones

1. 1

   Rinse the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain well.

   💡 Consejos de Profesional: Rinsing removes excess starch, leading to fluffier rice.
2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, melt the ghee or butter over medium heat. Add the cardamom pods, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes

   💡 Consejos de Profesional: Be careful not to burn the spices.
3. 3

   Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the grains with the spiced ghee. Toast the rice for about 1-2 minutes.

   ⏱️ 2 minutes
4. 4

   Pour in the water and add the salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
5. 5

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

   ⏱️ 20 minutes

   💡 Consejos de Profesional: Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to trap the steam.
6. 6

   Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for another 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving, removing the whole spices if desired.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes