Best Way to cook Basmati Rice



Basmati rice is considered to be the king of the rice. There are certain reasons it’s considered to be the king. First and the foremost the grains of Basmati rice are longer than ordinary rice. 

Secondly, when it’s cooked, the grains turn out to be fluffy and emit a sweet flavour. 

These are the basic reasons Basmati rice is considered to be the King of the rice. 

Basmati rice has extra long grain.

Apart from this, Basmati rice has nutritional value attached to it. Due to its low glycemic index, it can be eaten by anyone. This is the reason it’s considered to be diabetic-diet friendly.

Basmati rice is also good for Dieting and Maintaining a Healthy Weight and is promotes Heart Health which is a necessary aspect of good life.

Basmati rice also aids in great Digestion and constipation.

But all these can be achieved if it’s cooked perfectly and retains all its nutrients. One of the basic things to be taken care of is that it should not be over heated.

The characteristic property of Basmati rice is considered to be high grain elongation during cooking.

Procedure to cook Basmati Rice

First of all the rice should be rinse the thoroughly with water to remove any excess starch.

Then it should be soaked with plenty of water for 30 minutes.

Now all the water has to be drained out.

Now the soaked rice is to be added to the vessel.

Should be brought to a boil over medium-high heat uncovered.

When it starts boiling, cover and lower the heat to low.


This is the best way to cook Basmati rice and savour it later on.

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