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Basmati Rice Recipe

Perfectly fluffy and fragrant every time, this basmati rice will change how you cook rice forever. Simple technique, incredible results, and zero guesswork.

Ingredients
  

1 cup basmati rice

1 3/4 cups water

1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Rinse basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in fresh water for 20 minutes, then drain well.

Heat olive oil or butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add rice and stir gently for 30 seconds.

Pour in water and add salt, then bring to a gentle boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.

Remove from heat, rest covered for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, and serve.