How to Cook Basmati Rice
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How to Cook Basmati Rice
Description
How to Cook Basmati Rice involves combining cold water, basmati rice, and salt in a pot and bringing it to a boil. Once boiling, the pot is covered and simmered on low heat without lifting the lid or stirring, allowing the rice to steam evenly. After 12 minutes, the pot is removed from heat and left covered for a further 10-15 minutes to complete cooking and to let steam settle.
This method produces tender, separate grains typical of basmati rice. Fluffing with a fork before serving helps distribute moisture and prevents clumping. The simplicity of ingredients and technique ensures the rice cooks properly without becoming sticky or mushy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 1/2 cup water cold
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- To a medium-sized pot, add water, rice and salt. Bring it to a boil.
- 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).
- Remove the rice from heat and keep the lid on. Allow the rice to cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
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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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