Wash and soak the rice in cold water for half an hour. Drain the water and keep aside.

Heat ghee/butter in a pan over medium heat.

Once melted, add the caraway seeds and stir for 25 seconds.

Add the onions, cinnamon sticks broken up and stir-fry till onions are golden brown.

Add the rice and fry on medium heat. Stir constantly for 5 minutes.

Add the mushrooms, turmeric, salt and stir-fry for another 3 minutes on low heat.

Add the cardamoms, cloves, bay leaves and water and bring to boil. Keep the lid closed and stir the rice once in a while.

Remove from heat, when cooked and allow the steam to escape for a minute or two.

:- Serve hot.