Steep the saffron in the 1/4 cup boiling water.
Heat pan on med high, melt ghee in pan.
Saute onion until soft, then add spices marked *.
Saute for 30 seconds, then add garlic, and saute for another 30 secs.
Add rice and toss to coat, and remove from heat.
Transfer rice to rice cooker, pour in saffron mixture, and add enough chicken stock into rice cooker as indicated in your pot indicator.
Add frozen peas, and cook as per normal.
When rice is cooked, remove bay leaves, star anise, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves.
Fluff rice before serving.