Rice RecipeEasy
Perfect Fluffy Basmati Rice
Master the art of cooking perfectly fluffy, aromatic basmati rice every time.
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings
4
Ingredients
- •1½ cups White Basmati Rice
- •2¼ cups water
- •1 tsp salt
- •1 tbsp butter or oil (optional)
- •2-3 cardamom pods (optional)
- •1 bay leaf (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse rice in cold water 3-4 times until water runs clear. This removes excess starch.
- 2
In a medium pot, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Add butter and whole spices if using.
- 3
Bring to a boil over high heat, uncovered.
- 4
Once boiling, reduce heat to lowest setting, cover with a tight-fitting lid.
- 5
Cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- 6
Turn off heat and let rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 7
Fluff with a fork, remove whole spices, and serve.
Pro Tips
- ✓The key is not lifting the lid during cooking
- ✓Use a 1:1.5 rice-to-water ratio for basmati
- ✓Resting time allows grains to firm up perfectly