Preparation

Step 1 Firstly, in a large kadai heat ghee and roast cashew, almond, raisins and dry coconut.

Step 2 Roast to golden brown on low flame and keep aside.

Step 3 In the remaining ghee add cardamom and cloves.

Step 4 Also add water, saffron and turmeric powder.

Step 5 Mix well making sure the ingredients are mixed well.

Step 6 Further, add soaked Zeeba basmati rice (30 minutes) and mix well.

Step 7 Cover and cook on medium flame for 10 minutes.

Step 8 Mix gently, making sure rice is half cooked.

Step 9 Further add sugar, ghee and roasted dry fruits.

Step 10 Mix gently making sure sugar melts.

Step 11 Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 12 Stir in between to prevent from burning.

Step 13 Finally, serve Sweet Yellow Rice hot garnished with few chopped nuts.

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