5-Minute Cumin Rice
Fragrant basmati rice tempered with toasted cumin seeds, ghee, and a pinch of salt. Ready in under 5 minutes with pre-cooked rice — the TikTok version of jeera rice that actually works on a weeknight.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 4g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat ghee in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 30 seconds.
Step 2
Add cumin seeds and toast until fragrant and slightly darkened, 60–90 seconds.
Step 3
Pour in cooked rice, breaking up any clumps with a spoon.
Step 4
Toss gently for 1 minute until rice is warmed through and coated with ghee.
Step 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 6
Serve immediately while hot.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
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