Aromatic Yellow Rice (Peelay Chaaval)

Rice cooked by the absorption method and seasoned with turmeric, cinnamon, whole cloves, bay leaves and salt. A small amount of unsalted butter is mixed through the rice once it is cooked. A subtle and delicious accompaniment to the Rogan Josh recipe (page 70).

Fragrant rice that tastes as good as it looks and smells, and makes an excellent side to more highly flavoured mains. I skipped the butter so it was a little dry but very good nonetheless.

I served it with Cod Steaks in a Spicy Tomato Sauce.