Carrot Rice

1: Wash and soak the rice for 20 minutes.

2: Heat a cooker, add oil.

3: Add mustard, cumin seeds, dry red chillies, curry leaves and let it crackle.

4: Add the cashew nuts and saute for a few seconds.

5: Add the chopped onions and saute till it turns translucent.

6: Add ginger garlic paste and saute for a few seconds.

7: Add turmeric powder and the grated carrots and mix well for 2-3 minutes.

8: Add water and salt. Mix well and bring it to a boil.

9: Add the soaked and strained rice.

10: Cover and pressure cook for 4 whistles.

11: Turn off the flame and let the steam reduce gradually.

12: Open the cooker, fluff the rice and serve it hot.