Basmati Rice

From the kitchen of Carly

Fluffy basmati rice that actually lives up to the hype. Rinsing the grains first makes all the difference, then a quick toast in butter before the water goes in. The result: separate, tender grains every single time.

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Servings
4
Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 12 cups basmati rice (14 oz)
  • 12 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 13 1/3 cups water
  • 11 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  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.