Best Perfect Basmati Rice Recipes

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EASY NO-FAIL PERFECT FLUFFY BASMATI - TEXMATI RICE



Easy No-Fail Perfect Fluffy Basmati - Texmati Rice image

This make fluffy basmati every time- easy and comes out perfect. I like the Texmati brand of basmati-its available in many supermarkets and no rinsing is required. You can double, triple or quadruple this for more servings.

Provided by petlover

Categories     White Rice

Time 55m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup basmati rice
1 3/4 cups cold water

Steps:

  • If not using the Texmati brand, then rinse rice, in colander under cold running water, until the water runs clear.
  • In non-stick pot, place rice and water together.
  • Let soak at least 30 minutes.
  • Bring to a boil and then turn heat to lowest level.
  • Cover pot with tight-fitting foil.
  • Cook for 30 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and let set for at least 20 minutes.
  • Take off foil and enjoy.

PERFECT, QUICK AND EASY BASMATI RICE



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You'll never want to spend the money on a rice cooker after trying this recipe. It is so easy I never thought it would work. But it makes perfect, fluffy Basmati (or Jasmine or long grain white rice). You cook the rice like you would pasta. Yea, it's that simple.

Provided by GarlicFingers

Categories     White Rice

Time 20m

Yield 3 Cups, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup basmati rice
5 cups water
1 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil.
  • Add rice (and salt, if using) and stir. Bring back to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes partially covered, stirring once.
  • Drain water well and place back into warm pan, Cover and let sit OFF HEAT until ready to serve. I wait at least 10 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve.
  • If using an electric stove, you may need to use 2 burners to reduce the heat to a simmer more quickly (one for high temperature, one for medium-low or low).
  • Makes plain, fluffy rice. Adjust seasonings as you wish. (Salt, chicken stock, saffron, raisins, almonds etc.).
  • Times are for 10 minute cook and 10 minute rest.

PERFECT NO FAIL BASMATI RICE



Perfect No Fail Basmati Rice image

This is my version on how to cook perfect rice....every grain will cooked to perfection...not one will stick together and you can make fried rice dishes right away with no problems!! Note: you will need a saucepan with clear glass lid...as there is to be no peeking! Can easily be doubled....cooking time a guesstimate.

Provided by Stardustannie

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 11m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup basmati rice
1 1/4 cups water

Steps:

  • Rinse rice till water runs clear, drain well.
  • In saucepan place water and rice, cover and cook over low-med flame till water looks evaporated and steam holes appear.
  • Turn of flame -- DO NOT LIFT LID!
  • Leave for 5 minutes then fluff with a fork -- your result will be perfecly cooked rice.

PERFECT BASMATI RICE EVERY TIME



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If you follow this method of cooking basmati rice it will be perfect and fluffy every time; the rinsing is very important as it removes alot of the starch.It is best to use a rice cooker, but can be cooked in a saucepan with equal success.

Provided by ChefDebs

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup basmati rice
2 cups cold water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Put the rice in your ricemaker ( or saucepan ) and rinse several times with cold water swishing gently with your hand to release excess starch. Drain.
  • Add the 2 1/4 cups cold water to the ricemaker ( saucepan ) and the salt.
  • Turn the ricemaker on and leave until done. ( Or bring the saucepan to a boil, cover and simmer on low for 20 mins ).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.1, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 296.3, Carbohydrate 35.7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.7

PERFECT BASMATI RICE



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An easy, step-by-step guide to cooking perfect Basmati Rice everytime!

Provided by markandsel

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Place Rice in a sieve and rinse well.
  • Transfer rice to a large bowl and cover with water. Allow to soak for 30 minutes.
  • Drain Rice through Sieve and rinse again thoroughly.
  • Bring water to the boil and add rice.
  • Cook for 5 mins then simmer for a further 7-10 mins or until cooked to your liking.
  • Drain rice once cooked and stir the knob of Butter through well.
  • The butter will seperate the grains and your rice should be perfect - ENJOY!

PERFECT NO FAIL BASMATI RICE



Perfect No Fail Basmati Rice image

This is my version on how to cook perfect rice....every grain will cooked to perfection...not one will stick together and you can make fried rice dishes right away with no problems!! Note: you will need a saucepan with clear glass lid...as there is to be no peeking! Can easily be doubled....cooking time a guesstimate.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup basmati rice
1 1/4 cups water

Steps:

  • Rinse rice till water runs clear, drain well.
  • In saucepan place water and rice, cover and cook over low-med flame till water looks evaporated and steam holes appear.
  • Turn of flame -- DO NOT LIFT LID!
  • Leave for 5 minutes then fluff with a fork -- your result will be perfecly cooked rice.

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