How to Cook Basmati Rice

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    17 mins

  • Servings

    3 servings

  • Calories

    225 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    Indian, American

How to Cook Basmati Rice

In this foolproof guide on how to cook basmati rice, you’ll be sure to make perfectly fluffy and tender rice each and every time. So simple and dependable!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 tsp salt
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Instructions

  1. To a medium-sized pot, add water, rice and salt. Bring it to a boil.
  2. Cover the pot with a lid, turn the heat to low, and let the rice simmer for 12 minutes (don't open the lid or stir the rice).
  3. Remove the rice from heat and keep the lid on. Allow the rice to cool for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Fluff the rice with a fork. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 49g (16%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 784mg (33%) Potassium 71mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 784mg 33%
Potassium 71mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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