Sprinkle in the turmeric and mustard seeds, plus all the ingredients from the pestle and mortar. Fry gently for 2 minutes, stirring. Mix in the rice to coat it in the buttery spices. Add the stock ...

In the rice cooker pot, add the rinsed rice, water or vegetable broth, turmeric powder, salt, minced garlic, bay leaf and olive oil or butter (if using). Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.