Faeran Spiced Rice

== Ingredients ==
* 2 cups of Faeran rice
* 1 tablespoon of ghee (clarified butter) or vegetable oil
* 1 onion, finely chopped
* 2 cloves of garlic, minced
* 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
* 1 teaspoon of ground coriander
* 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric
* 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom
* 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
* 1 carrot, diced
* 1 red bell pepper, diced
* 1/2 cup frozen peas
* 1/4 raisins
* Salt to taste
* Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
== Instructions ==
* Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain and set aside.
* In a large skillet or pot, melt the ghee or heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it turns translucent.
* Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
* Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, and cayenne pepper. Cook for a minute to allow the spices to release their flavors.
* Add the diced carrot, red bell pepper, frozen peas, and raisins to the skillet. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
* Add the soaked and drained basmati rice to the skillet, stirring gently to coat the grains with the spice mixture.
* Pour in 4 cups of water and season with salt to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
* Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
* Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, and serve hot.