Cook basmati rice (in such a way that each grain should separate) and spread it on a broad plate. Allow it to cool.

Soak saffron in milk.

Heat ghee in a heavy bottomed pan.

Add cooked rice and fry for a few minutes.

Add sugar to it. As the sugar dissolves, it`ll look bit watery. Keep stirring till ghee separates.

Add soaked saffron with milk and mix nicely. Turn off the heat.

Add raisins, cashews and lemon juice.