Brown Basmati Rice – Perfect Stovetop Method
Learn the trick to making perfect brown rice on the stovetop. With this foolproof method, enjoy wholesome, fluffy brown basmati rice. Perfectly cooked, it’s a delicious base for your favorite dishes and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5
- Rest: 5
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Whole Grain
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 5 – 6 cups of water or broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable) or half of each
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup brown Basmati rice
Instructions
- Bring water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan with a lid.
- While the water is heating, rinse the rice under cold water using a strainer or sieve for 15 to 20 seconds. This step removes the starch coating the rice grains, resulting in clump-free, non-gummy rice.
- Once the water is boiling, add the rice to the saucepan and cook uncovered over medium heat for 30 minutes.
- Drain the rice in the sieve and return the brown rice to the cooking pot.
- Cover the pot and let the rice sit on the counter for 5 minutes to evaporate the remaining moisture.
- Fluff the rice with a rice paddle and serve.
Meal Prep: Store cooked and cooled brown rice in an airtight glass container. Leftover rice will be good for 4-5 days.
To Heat Leftovers, remove the lid, place a wet paper towel over the rice container, and reheat in the microwave on high for 1-minute intervals until the desired temperature is reached.
Notes
Try making brown rice in the pressure cooker: The Best Brown Rice with an Instant Pot.
Find it online: https://www.suppersanity.com/brown-basmati-rice/
