Brown Basmati Rice

Rice cooking has historically been a challenge for me. That changed when I tried this simple method for cooking brown basmati rice. Since then, it has been perfect every time!

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Method:

Simmer

Main Ingredients:

brown basmati rice · brown rice

Recipe Category:

Base · Side · Staple

Suitable for Diet:

Gluten Free · Vegan · Vegetarian
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Note: You can halve or double this recipe.

Ingredients

1 1/2 c brown basmati rice, rinsed

1/4 tsp salt

2 1/2 c water

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a 2 quart saucepan with a lid.
  2. Bring to a boil, uncovered.
  3. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until water has been absorbed. It will cook better if you do not open the lid to check it often – just once when it has a few minutes left. You may need to add more water, a couple tbsp at a time, and continue cooking a few minutes longer if the rice is still too firm.