Heat the oil in a pot on medium heat. Add shahi zeera and sauté it for a minute.
Turn heat to medium low and add the sugar. Sauté and let it caramelize (change to a light brown color).
Add the onion and fry for about 2 minutes.
Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for about a minute.
Add basmati rice, along with salt, coriander, mint and water. Give it a mix and let it cook uncovered on medium heat for 5 minutes.
Turn the heat on low and cover with a lid. Let it cook for about 15 minutes (until the rice is tender).
Garnish with some chopped coriander and mint leaves.
