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Pro tips from Hassan. His doctor tells him to eat brown basmati rice, but he loves white rice. Always rinse the rice in 4 changes of water to get all the starches off. Always soak the rice. White rice: 40 mins. Brown rice: 1 hour or longer. Drain the rice by shaking it in a sieve. After cooking, (or while cooking), check a grain of rice. If it has a split along the grain, it's overcooked. +++ Hassan sold me Royal brand basmati rice (white and brown). They are extremely proud of their long, long rice grains. Here are their instructions: White basmati rice: 1. Soak rice 15-30 minutes for extra length (optional) Gentle Boil: Bring 1 cup rice and 6-8 cups water to boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and boil gently, uncovered, 12-14 minutes. Drain well and serve. Covered pan: Bring 1 cup rice and 1.5 cups water to boil, sitrring occasionally. Lower heat, cover and simmer 12-14 minutes. Remove from heat and stand covered, 5-10 minutes. Brown basmati rice: Rinse in 1 or 2 changes of water. Place measured rice in pot, and add measured water (that's really helpful), oil and salt. Bring to a boil, uncovered, then simmer for about 20 minutes. |