Kesar Ke Chaval - Saffron Rice

Soak saffron in a little boiling water.

Wash and drain rice.

Saute onion until golden brown in vegetable oil. Add cumin seeds, bay leaves, cloves peppercorns and rice. Saute for 5-6 minutes 4. Add water and dissolved saffron. Let sit for 10 minutes, then bring to a boil, cover, lower heat and cook for 25-30 minutes. Uncover at end of cooking for about 3 minutes to allow steam to escape.