What is basmati rice?
Basmati is an aromatic long-grain white rice originating from India. In fact, ancient Indian texts mention that when Alexander the Great arrived in India, this type of rice was being cultivated.
In order for a rice to be classified as basmati, the grains must have certain characteristics such as length, width and aroma. Basmati has a nutty aroma and when cooked it has an airy and light texture. In the Hindi language, basmati means fragrant. It is gluten-free and has a low glycemic index.
It is cooked with butter, olive oil, various vegetable oils, fresh herbs, accompanying meat with sauce and curry and vegetable dishes. Famous is the basmati rice dish with biryani
Basmati is available in white and brown varieties, peeled and unpeeled.
The ratio of rice to water in the boil is 1:1.50 (1 rice:1.5 water)
Cooking it is easy, with no special preparation!
Follow these 4 steps for a successful basmati rice.
- Wash the rice in a bowl or a large colander, changing the water 5-6 times. All you need to do is stir the rice with your hand when it is in the water to remove the starch.
- Soak for 10 minutes if you want softer rice
- Put 1.5 cups of water in a pot. Always remember the 1:1.5 ratio.
- Cook in a heavy-bottomed pot over low heat.
- When the water is absorbed, the rice is ready.
- Mix gently and smoothly with a fork or silicone spatula.
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