firstly, in a large kadai heat a tablespoon of ghee. you can also use oil.
further, add cumin seeds and allow to splutter.
also saute cardamom, cloves, bay leaf and cinnamon stick. saute on low flame till they turn aromatic.
further, add thinly sliced onion and saute well.
later add 2 cups of cooked rice / leftover rice. for best results, add a tsp of oil while cooking basmati rice to avoid rice grains from sticking to each other.
furthermore add salt to taste and mix gently.
mix gently making sure the rice grains doesn't break.
simmer for 3 minutes till the rice grains turn hot.
finally, jeera rice is ready to serve with curries or dal.