Ingredients of Fried Rice

Two and a half cup of water

One cup of basmati rice

Half teaspoonful of salt

Half teaspoonful of mustard seeds

Half teaspoonful of cumin seeds

Three tablespoonful of sunflower oil

A pinch of hing

A pinch of turmeric

Half an onion cut lengthwise in to fine strips

Seven curry leaves, fresh or dried

Two tablespoonful of coriander

Half green chilli finely chopped

Method of Fried Rice
Wash the rice and drain the water. In a medium pot add the rice, water and salt. Boil it for some time, for nearly five minutes by partially covering it. Lower the heat, cover and cook for nearly fifteen minutes. Heat a heavy frying pan on medium heat. Add the oil and when it becomes hot add the cumin and mustard seeds. When the seeds pop up, add the rest of the spices and the onion. Saute until the onions are brown and soft. Add the cooked rice to the spices and onions. Stir quickly and serve hot.

Rice is known to have amla vipaka (end product after digestion is sour tasted) and hence should be taken moderately. If taken in normal quantities, it is a light diet. The spices make it lighter and hence it is a good appetizer.