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Ingredients:
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient | ||
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| 1 | cup | Basmati Rice | ||
| 5 | cups | Water |
Water
Water, the essence of life, is a transparent, tasteless, and odorless liquid that covers about 71% of the Earth's surface. Its neutral flavor allows other ingredients to shine while enhancing the overall texture
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| 1/4 | teaspoon | Salt |
Salt
Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning.
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Above and beyond its basic uses, table |
| Prep Time | Process Time | Overall Time |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Hours | 30 Minutes | 4 hours 30 minutes |
Directions:
1. Wash the rice thoroughly, in a colander under running cold water.
2. Place the rice in a bowl adding enough water to cover the rice by at least 1 inch.
3. Soak for 1/2 to 4 hours.
4. Drain the rice. Discard the soaking water.
5. In a deep pot, bring the water and salt to a boil over high heat.
6. Add the drained rice, stir briefly to prevent the rice from sticking.
7. When the water returns to a boil, cover the pot.
8. Turn the heat down to low and cook the rice until the water has been absorbed, about 20 to 25 minutes.
9. Transfer the rice to a heated platter and serve immediately.
Submitted by Donya E. | February 1st, 2024 See all of Donya E.'s Recipes.
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| @Donya E. | February 1st, 2024 |
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The time will vary, depending how long you soak the rice. I gave it a 5 |