Ingredients

• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1 1/4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cups water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons garam masala
• chili powder to taste
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Rinse and soak rice for 30 minutes; drain.
2. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute cumin seeds and cloves for less than 1 minute. Saute the onion, stirring constantly, until brown. Stir in rice and fry for about 1 minute, stirring. Stir in the water, salt, garam masala, chili powder and vegetables. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and stir in butter before serving.