
by Hetal Kamdar
Step 1 of 8
Wash and soak basmati rice for 20 minutes.
Step 2 of 8
Drain the water completely.
Step 3 of 8
Fry the rice in a tsp of butter for a few minutes.
Step 4 of 8
Cook rice adding 2 cups of water, a little salt, 1 clove, and a small piece of cinnamon.
Step 5 of 8
This is just to add flavor to the rice and it is optional.
Step 6 of 8
Cook corn kernels adding little salt till soft. You can use any corn. I have used American sweet corn.
Step 7 of 8
Heat oil, add cumin seeds, bay leaf, when cumin sizzles, add chopped onions, ginger, garlic, green chili and saute until onions turn translucent.
Step 8 of 8
Then add capsicum, garam masala, chili powder, and cook for a few minutes. Do not overcook the capsicums.
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