Egyptian Rice

Ingredients

• 🍚Basmati rice2 cups
• 🧈Butter4 tablespoons
• 🧅Onions2 large
• 🧄Garlic cloves3
• 🌾Cumin seeds1 teaspoon
• 🌾Coriander seeds1 teaspoon
• 🌾Cinnamon stick1
• 🍃Bay leaves2
• 💧Vegetable broth4 cups
• 🧂Saltto taste
• 🫑Black pepperto taste

Method

1. 1Rinse basmati rice under cold water until water runs clear; drain well.
2. 2Heat butter in a large pot over medium heat.
3. 3Slice onions thinly and cook in butter until deeply caramelized, about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4Mince garlic and add to caramelized onions; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. 5Add cumin seeds, coriander seeds, cinnamon stick, and bay leaves; toast for 1-2 minutes.
6. 6Add drained rice to the pot and stir to coat with butter and spices, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
7. 7Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
8. 8Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
9. 9Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
10. 10Fluff with a fork, remove cinnamon stick and bay leaves, and season with salt and pepper to taste.