Diyabath (rice cooked in its water)

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear, then drain it.
2. In a heavy-based saucepan, heat the oil or ghee over medium heat and fry the cumin for 30 seconds.
3. Add the crushed garlic, grated ginger and curry leaf, then fry for 1 minute.
4. Add the rice and stir so it is coated in fat, about 1 minute.
5. Add the water and salt, bring to the boil, then turn the heat to the lowest setting and cover.
6. Cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid, then turn off the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.