This recipe is at simple as it gets but produces perfect results each time.

What You’ll Need to Make Steamed Basmati Rice

How to Make Steamed Basmati Rice

Place 1 cup of rice in a saucepan. Add water and salt.

Turn on the heat to medium. Bring to a boil. Continue to boil uncovered.

Once the water has reduced to just under the surface of the rice, yet is still bubbling through, add the lid. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.

Turn off the heat an open the lid.

Fluff with a fork. Add one tablespoon of hot water and close the lid.

Serve promptly.

Steamed Basmati Rice

By Ginny's Recipe Collection
This recipe is as easy as it gets and produces perfect results every time!
Servings: 4
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  • Put 1 cup of rice in a saucepan. Add water and salt.
  • Turn on the heat to medium. Bring to a boil. Continue to boil uncovered. 
  • Once the water has reduced to just under the surface of the rice, yet is still bubbling through, add the lid. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat. Open, fluff with a fork. Add one tablespoon of hot water and close the lid.
  • Serve promptly.
Nutrition Facts
Steamed Basmati Rice
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 590mg26%
Potassium 53mg2%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 3g6%
Calcium 17mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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