Steamed Basmati Rice
Ingredients
- 400 g white basmati rice
- 600 ml water
- 1 tbsp butter (optional)
- 1–3 tsp salt
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- Saffron (optional)
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Instructions
1. If adding saffron, soak it in a tablespoon or two of hot water for 10 minutes, and add the water and strands in with the lemon juice.
2. Rinse the rice in a sieve for 5–7 minutes under cold running water.
3. Add the water, rice, butter, and salt to a pot.
4. Bring to a rapid boil.
5. Mix in lemon juice and the saffron mixture if using.
6. Cover the pot tightly, reduce heat to minimum, and simmer for 8½ minutes.
7. Taste the rice to check its texture. Cook for 1–5 minutes longer depending on how underdone it is.
8. Fluff with a fork and serve hot with your favorite recipe.
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