How to Make Indian Style Basmati Rice

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How to Make Indian Style Basmati Rice
How to Make Indian Style Basmati Rice
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Indian cuisine encompasses several methods of rice preparation. Take your first steps in this fabulous world by learning to boil rice according to the Indian tradition, you will find that it differs slightly from the normal boiling method. Let's begin!

Ingrediants

  • Waterfall
  • Basmati rice
  • Salt (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon of vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of seed oil

Steps

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 1
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 1

Step 1. Soak the rice for 20 minutes in hot water

You will see the starch separate from the rice and make the water milky. Rinse the rice at least 5-8 times using a stream of cold water (this way the grains won't stick to each other).

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 2
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 2

Step 2. Bring a good amount of water to a boil, which is double the amount of rice

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 3
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 3

Step 3. Add salt (optional)

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 4
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 4

Step 4. Add a tablespoon of seed oil

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 5
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 5

Step 5. Pour the washed rice into the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes

Stir it once or twice while cooking.

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 6
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 6

Step 6. Squeeze a grain of rice between your index finger and thumb to test its doneness

It should break into 5 or more parts.

Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 7
Make Indian Style Basmati Rice Step 7

Step 7. Incorporate a teaspoon of vinegar

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