‘Plain White Rice’ uses the traditional Two-Step Method of preparing rice - Boil and steam
2 tsp salt
1 cup oil
8 cups boiling water
2 cups Basmati Sella Rice
1 cup cold water
1 tsp shah jeera (caraway seeds)
1 star anise
1 cup ghee or butter
1 tbsp crispy-fried, browned onions for garnish
TIP
Ghee or butter may be substituted with coconut oil as a healthy alternative.
1
Add oil and salt to rapidly boiling water.
2
Add the rice and stir well. Boil unclosed for 10-15 minutes until rice becomes tender.
3
Drain rice in a colander, rinse under cold water and drain well.
4
Return the rice to the pot, add 1 cup cold water and steam on low heat for 12-15 minutes.
5
When rice starts to steam add shah jeera, star anise and butter. Mix the rice lightly and close the pot immediately.
6
Steam until done.
7
Remove from heat and garnish.
Ingredients
2 tsp salt
1 cup oil
8 cups boiling water
2 cups Basmati Sella Rice
1 cup cold water
1 tsp shah jeera (caraway seeds)
1 star anise
1 cup ghee or butter
1 tbsp crispy-fried, browned onions for garnish
TIP
Ghee or butter may be substituted with coconut oil as a healthy alternative.