What’s in this Basmati Rice Recipe?
With just three ingredients, this stovetop simmered rice recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes!
Basmati Rice: A type of long-grain white rice that’s the perfect complement to any meal! Water: Helps cook the rice. No need to worry about the perfect ratio since we’re simmering the rice almost like pasta! Salt: Enhances the flavor of the rice.
Pro Tip: This method of cooking rice works with any long-grain white rice.
Variations on Perfect Basmati Rice
For a bit more flavor, you can add a tablespoon of olive oil, ghee, or sesame oil to the boiling water. Alternatively, you can simmer the rice in vegetable, beef, or chicken broth instead of water.
How to Make Ahead and Store
Cooked basmati rice is a great meal prep food! It will keep for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator, so prep a big batch and use it all week!
How to Freeze and Reheat
Freeze rice in an airtight container for up to 4 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Sprinkle the rice with a few tablespoons of water and reheat in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between, until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
I’m a big proponent of rice as the ideal side dish because it really and truly goes with everything! Try this basmati rice with vegetarian dishes, like teriyaki tofu, enchilada stuffed pepper casserole, or black eyed peas; meat dishes, like beef stew, sweet and sour chicken, butter chicken, stuffed pork loin, or chicken cacciatore; or seafood, like tuna poke bowl, creamy garlic scallops, or surf and turf.
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