 Aromatic Jeera Rice That Completes Any Indian Meal

By : Naina Rawoo November 22 .2025 shutterstock

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Ingredients You’ll Need For Jeera Rice Recipe

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Rinse & Soak Rice

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Temper Cumin Seeds

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Add The Rice & Water

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Serve & Enjoy

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