Golden Fortune Rice

Instructions Culinaires Détaillées:

1. Start by washing the basmati rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and ensures fluffy rice. As you wash, visualize golden light infusing each grain.
2. Place the saffron threads in a small bowl with 1/4 cup of warm water. Set this in direct sunlight for 15-20 minutes to infuse and activate the saffron's properties.
3. In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of ghee over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick and crushed cardamom pods, stirring in a clockwise motion for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the freshly grated turmeric and stir for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the spices.
5. Add the drained rice to the pot and stir gently to coat each grain with the spiced ghee. Continue stirring for 2-3 minutes until the rice becomes slightly translucent at the edges.
6. Pour in the vegetable stock, saffron water (including the threads), and salt. Stir once, then bring to a boil.
7. Once boiling, reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly with a lid, and let simmer for 15 minutes. Do not remove the lid during this time.
8. While the rice cooks, place a piece of gold jewelry (like a ring or coin) nearby to infuse the dish with prosperity energy.
9. After 15 minutes, remove from heat but keep covered for another 10 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.
10. Meanwhile, in a small pan, heat the remaining tablespoon of ghee and lightly toast the golden raisins until they plump up, about 1 minute.
11. Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then fold in the orange zest and toasted raisins.
12. Transfer to a serving dish and arrange the toasted cashews on top in a spiral pattern, starting from the center and moving outward to symbolize expanding wealth.
13. Serve warm, and as you present the dish, silently count to eight (the number of abundance) to activate its prosperity-drawing properties.

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