Description
Learn how to make perfect basmati rice with this step-by-step guide. This fluffy and aromatic rice pairs perfectly with your favorite curries and dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice:
- 1 cup basmati rice
Water:
- 1 1/2 cups water
Butter or Oil (Optional):
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or oil
Salt (Optional):
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Thoroughly rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Soak the Rice: Place the rinsed rice in a medium bowl, cover with water, soak for 20-30 minutes, then drain well.
- Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, combine soaked rice, water, butter or oil (if using), and salt (if desired). Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer covered for 12-15 minutes over low heat. Let it steam off the heat for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
- Soaking the rice helps keep the grains separate and fluffy.
- For added aroma, consider adding a bay leaf, cardamom pods, or a small cinnamon stick while cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus 30 minutes soaking)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup cooked rice
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
