In the same cooker add oil. Once the oil is hot...Add 1 bay leaf and cumin seeds. Let it crackle or few minutes. Then add potato. Fry potato till it become light brown in colour. The add all the grind masala. Fry for 3 minutes. Then add basamati rice.m Cook for a few minutes. Add basmati rice. Mix..well. Cook for 3 minutes. Then add water as needed.