How to Cook Basmati Rice

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 113 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the rice:

  • 1 cup water plus more, if needed
  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • salt

Instructions
 

  • Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Add rice and salt to taste (I like 1 teaspoon). Stir and return to a boil. Boil uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Using a fine mesh strainer, drain rice and rinse with hot water. Return to the pot and cover to keep warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 113kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
Keyword basmati rice
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