Wash the rice 2 to 3 times underwater until the water runs clear.
1 cup Rice
Heat oil or butter in a skillet or pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, cloves, and cardamom, and saute for a few seconds.
2 tablespoon Vegetable oil, 2 Cardamom seeds, 1 Clove, 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
Next, add cashews and saute until it becomes golden in color.
1 tablespoon Cashews
Add the onions and green chile and saute for about 7 to 10 minutes on medium flame until the onions become light golden in color. You can add a pinch of salt while sauteing the onions, as this will draw out the moisture and cook the onions faster.
1 Big Onion, 1 Green chile, Salt
Add the rice and saute it for a minute or 2, stirring occasionally until the rice becomes fragrant.
Add 1 ½ cups of water and salt to taste, and bring it to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes or until the rice is cooked and all the liquid is absorbed (If the rice is uncooked, add a splash of water and continue cooking. Some long-grain rice will need 2 cups of water and takes 15 to 20 minutes to cook. )
Garnish with spring onions or cilantro if desired.
Spring onions