Restaurant-Style Basmati Rice
Restaurant-Style Basmati Rice
Description
Fluffy and aromatic restaurant-style basmati rice cooked with warm spices, sautéed onions, broth, and finished with ghee for perfectly separated grains every time.
Ingredients
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Spices
Garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Wash the basmati rice well without soaking.
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Heat oil with ghee or butter in a pot.
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Add chopped onion and chili pepper and sauté briefly.
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Add bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, turmeric, curry powder, ground cloves, and pepper.
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Stir well to allow the oil to absorb the flavors of the spices.
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Add beef broth powder or salt.
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Add the basmati rice and stir well to coat it completely with the fat.
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Pour in the boiling water.
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Cover and cook over medium heat for about five minutes until the water reduces.
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Add small pieces of ghee, cover again, and lower the heat.
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Continue cooking on low heat until fully done.
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Fluff gently using a wooden spoon to prevent breaking the grains.
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Garnish with raisins or nuts if desired.
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Let it rest briefly before serving.
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