Basmati means ‘the queen of fragrance or the perfumed one’. India Gate Classic totally justifies this meaning and is one of the best rice that can be used for preparing special dishes. Every delicious dish made from rice can not be as delicious without Basmati. Directions 1) Place rice into a bowl with enough water to cover. Set aside to soak for 20 minutes. 2) Heat the oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat. Add the cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, and cumin seed. Cook and stir for about a minute, then add the onion to the pot.