Fragrant Rice in a Skillet
Main Dishes • Chinese
Description
Fragrant Rice in a Skillet
Ingredients
- Basmati rice 1 cup
- Water 2 cups
- Salt 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable Oil 3 tablespoons
- Turmeric 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon a pinch
- Ground Black Pepper a pinch
- Paprika to taste
- Nutmeg a pinch
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Pour oil into a pot, cauldron, or skillet and heat well. Add the rice, slightly reduce the heat (medium), and stir-fry the rice.
Step 2
Initially, it will turn white and stop being transparent, then it will become yellowish-golden.
Step 3
Add the spices and salt, and stir for another 2 minutes over the heat. Pour in exactly two cups of water and bring to a boil.
Step 4
Let it boil UNCOVERED until the rice absorbs all the water. Reduce to the lowest heat, cover with a lid, and leave on the heat for 20 minutes.
Step 5
Turn off the heat, but do not open the lid yet.
Step 6
Wait for 10 minutes. Open and fluff slightly before serving.
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