Ghee rice (Ghee bhat)

Ghee bhat is a traditional dish originating from Bengal. This simple dish consists of basmati rice enriched with ghee and it's made with a combination of basmati rice, ghee, and sea salt. The rice is washed and then soaked in order to reduce the cooking time and stop the grains from breaking while they're cooking.

The drained rice is boiled in water until just cooked. While the basmati rice is still hot, it's mixed with ghee and sea salt and then served immediately. There are many variations on ghee bhaat, so it can be enriched with additional ingredients such as cashews, raisins, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, or mixed vegetables.