Pulao(Pilaf)

Directions

1. 1
   Wash the rice twice and leave aside.
2. 2
   Heat the oil in a pot. Add cardamon, cloves and peppercorns.
3. 3
   Fry for about 1
4. 4
   minute. Add rice and stir-fry for a further 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Add salt and water; lower heat.
6. 6
   (At this point, you may add chickpeas or green peas if you wish.)
7. 7
   Cover and simmer over a very low heat until water has evaporated.