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Basmati Rice
This classic Basmati rice dish is all about simplicity and perfection. With its light, fluffy texture and delicate aroma, it's the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Soaking Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 4
Calories: 219 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice uncooked
- 1¾ cups water
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Begin by thoroughly rinsing the rice under cold water. Use a fine-mesh strainer and rinse until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch and prevents the rice from sticking together. After rinsing, soak the rice in fresh water for 30 minutes. This helps the grains to expand to their full length and ensures even cooking. After soaking, drain the rice and let all the excess water drip off.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1¾ cups of water to a boil. If you're adding salt or butter/oil, do it at this stage.
- Add the drained rice to the boiling water. Stir gently. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid or stirring the rice during cooking to prevent the grains from breaking.
- After 15 minutes, check the rice. The water should be absorbed, and the rice should be tender but not mushy. If it's not quite ready, cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the rice to finish steaming and the grains to firm up slightly.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains. Serve the rice as a side dish or use it as a base for other recipes.
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Notes
- : For every cup of Basmati rice, use 1¾ cups of water. This precise ratio ensures the rice cooks to perfection, neither too dry nor too soggy.
- Soaking Time: Don't skip the soaking step! It's essential for ensuring the rice cooks evenly and becomes beautifully fluffy.
- Water Ratio: For every cup of Basmati rice, use 1¾ cups of water. This precise ratio ensures the rice cooks to perfection, neither too dry nor too soggy.
- Resting Period: Letting the rice sit covered after cooking allows it to steam and finish cooking through. This ensures each grain is tender and perfectly cooked.
- Fluffing Technique: Use a fork to gently fluff the rice after cooking. This helps separate the grains and prevents them from clumping together.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
219kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
15mg
(5%)
Sodium
8mg
(0%)
Potassium
55mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
175IU
(4%)
Calcium
18mg
(2%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 8mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 55mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.