Chakluk

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Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup	basmati rice
1 tablespoon	ghee
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 cup	mixed vegetables (carrot, peas, beans)
1 teaspoon	salt
2 cups	water
1 small	onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	ginger-garlic paste
1 pinch	turmeric powder
1 pinch	black pepper
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash and soak the basmati rice for 20 minutes, then drain.
2. 2 Heat ghee in a pot over medium heat.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
5. 5 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute.
6. 6 Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
7. 7 Add turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper, and mix well.
8. 8 Add the soaked rice and gently stir to combine with the vegetables.
9. 9 Pour in the water and bring to a boil.
10. 10 Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
11. 11 Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
12. 12 Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh coriander before serving.