Low Fat Jeera Rice
Elevate your meal with this guilt-free Low Fat Jeera Rice, a lighter take on the classic Indian side dish. Fragrant basmati rice is infused with the warm, earthy flavor of cumin seeds and a hint of bay leaf, creating a perfectly aromatic base. This low-fat recipe uses vegetable stock and just a touch of low-fat cooking spray, allowing you to enjoy the authentic taste of jeera rice without excess oil or calories. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s the ideal accompaniment to curries, dals, or grilled vegetables. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves for an optional burst of freshness and visual appeal. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this low-fat jeera rice is a wholesome addition to your weekly menu.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Basmati rice
- 2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 cup Vegetable stock
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 2 sprays Low-fat cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (optional garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Soak the rice in water for 15 minutes, then drain.
Step 2
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and apply 2 sprays of low-fat cooking spray.
Step 3
Add cumin seeds and bay leaf to the pan. Stir and toast them for about a minute or until they start to crackle and turn golden brown.
Step 4
Add the vegetable stock to the pan, stir for about 30 seconds to deglaze, and mix the flavors.
Step 5
Add the soaked and drained rice, stirring gently to coat the rice with the toasted cumin seeds.
Step 6
Add salt and water to the rice mixture and bring it to a boil.
Step 7
Once it begins to boil, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Step 8
Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes to allow the steam to fully cook the rice.
Step 9
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, removing the bay leaf before serving.
Step 10
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves if desired and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (808.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 301.6 |
| Total Fat 2.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1483.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.9g | |
| Protein 9.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 100.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 336.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories