Step 1: Cook the Rice 
1. Boil 1½ cups of water in a pan.  
2. Add the soaked Lalbaba Basmati Rice and cook until 90% done. Drain excess water and keep aside.  

Step 2: Prepare the Masala  
1. Heat oil or ghee in a pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and let them splutter.  
2. Add curry leaves, green chili, and cashews (if using). Sauté for a few seconds.  
3. Add sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.  
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute until raw smell disappears.  
5. Stir in chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder,red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes turn soft and mushy.  
6. Add garam masala*and mix well.  

Step 3: Combine Rice & Masala  
1. Add the cooked rice to the tomato masala and gently mix until well combined.  
2. Cover and let it cook on low flame for 5 minutes, so the flavors blend in.  

Step 4: Garnish & Serve 
1. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.  
2. Serve hot with raita, papad, or pickle.