DIRECTIONS
Step 1
Wash the rice thoroughly & soak for about 30-45 minutes. Step 2
In a small bowl take lukewarm milk, add saffron strands, stir it well & keep it aside. Step 3
Heat a pan , add 1 TBSP ghee. Step 4
Add all dry fruits into the pan, roast for about 30-35 seconds & keep it aside. Step 5
Heat another pan, add 1 TBSP ghee. Step 6
Add cumin seeds and let it splutter. Step 7
Add green cardamom, cinnamon, bay leaf into the pan & saute for a few seconds. Step 8
Add soaked rice and gently stir for 2-3 minutes on high flame. Step 9
Add 2-1/2 cup water into the pan and let the rice cook for 4-5 minutes until water is reduced. Step 10
Now add roasted dry fruits, saffron milk & gently mix it with the rice. Step 11
Add salt to taste. Step 12
Let the rice cook for another 5-6 minutes until rice grains are tender and there is no water. Step 13
Rice is ready to serve.