Restaurant Perfect Basmati Rice

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Critical step is the soaking for 30 minutes ...

Restaurant Perfect Basmati Rice

Ingredients:
• 1 cup Basmati Rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
• A splash of oil (vegetable, olive oil or a bit of butter)
• 1/8 tsp turmeric (optional)

Instructions:
• Rinse the rice thoroughly with water to remove any excess starch.
• Soak the rice with plenty of water for 30 minutes. You can do this in a separate bowl or the pot you are going to cook the rice in.
• Drain the water.
• Add the soaked rice to the pot. Add 2 cups water, salt to taste and a splash of oil. The oil will help prevent the water from boiling over which is caused by the starch in the rice, and some people say it also adds flavor.
• Bring to a boil under medium-high heat, uncovered.
• When it starts boiling, cover and lower the heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes.
• After fifteen minutes, take the lid off. If there is any excess water, allow it to boil off. Fluff with a fork, you are done.
• (Optional) You can add a bit of color by mixing about an eighth teaspoon of turmeric with a tablespoon of water, then adding a handful of some still hot rice to your mixture. Then mix this rice back into the white rice.