Basmati Rice

Light and fluffy basmati rice cooked to perfection with butter and salt. A classic side dish that pairs well with any meal.

4 servings
27 min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3⅓ cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Rinse rice in several changes of cold water until water runs clear. Drain well in a fine-mesh sieve. Melt butter in a 4-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, then add rice and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Stir in water and salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered and undisturbed, 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork.

    27 min