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basmati rice strained through sieve
How to Make Indian Basmati Rice
Say goodbye to broken grains and that gluey consistency with a few key tricks to making the perfect fluffy long grain Indian basmati rice!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Indian
Servings 6
Calories 338 kcal

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

1. Soak and Rinse the Rice
  • Add basmati rice to a mixing bowl, cover it with water and add 3 drops of lemon juice (if available). Allow the rice to soak for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, strain the rice.
  • Rinse the basmati rice 3 times until the water is relatively clear. Set aside.
2. Cook Rice
  • Place a saucepan on the stovetop at high heat.
  • Add rinsed rice to a pot with cold water. Ensure the cold water generously covers the rice.
  • When the water begins to boil, boil the rice for 8 minutes.
  • Strain the rice using a fine sieve and run it under cold water to stop the rice from cooking.
3. Finish the Rice
  • Season with additional salt to taste.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 7gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 54mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword authentic, cooking basics, Easy
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