Watch the follow up of this video: ruclips.net/video/_I1W9HwJEoc/видео.html Some of you asked which brand of rice I purchase in the US. After some trials with various brands, this one is my most favorite. amzn.to/3rT9AWd It is flavorful, grains are long & fragrant.
@@davegero36 Try 3-4 cloves, 3-4 green cardamoms (split), 2 Bay leafs, 1 piece of Cinnamon stick, and half tsp of cumin seeds, 1tsp salt and half tsp turmeric, add to boiling water and remove before serving. 👍 you’ll get a lovely flavour and colour. Look for Basmati quality 1121 rice.
Don’t stress your self, just add two cups of water per one cup of rice,and let it cook don’t need to stir it,when start to boil lower the fire to low position on the range knob,till is dry in about 20 minute.
@@gillianhutchinson4516 if you keep stirring most of the time, I grains of the rice tend to break and become mushy. I did that mistake many times before. so adding correct proportions of water will just remove unnecessary stirring and draining.
Not so easy. Same type rice may need different quantity of water based on its age. For example, aged rice need more water, so you follow that rule, you are gonna be left with slightly undercooked rice. Again if the rice is new and not aged, you gonna end up with mushy rice. It is always better to check while cooking because you do not always know the age of your store bought rice.
@@micankusi5062 it does, that's how I usually cook rice but it turns out gross if you do it with basmati, the way in the video works perfectly and it not complicated
This was the best rice cooking technique I’ve ever seen. It required no measurements or timers and it came out perfectly. I’m so thankful I tried it and will continue using this method from now on
@@wardwal6369 I agree! But I’ve eaten more crunchy or soggy rice than I care to remember. This was perfect, my friend. Try it and tell me what you think 🤤
Nice my method for basmati rice is: Rinse the rice until water runs clear then soak rice for at least 1 hour. Then put rice into saucepan, add 1.5 cup water for every cup of rice, then get in high heat. For every cup of rice, I add 1 tsp salt and 1 tbsp ghee (I really like ghee but you can use butter or olive oil). I also like to add some paprika, coriander powder, and turmeric if I’m making yellow rice. Once rice comes to a boil, give everything a stir, put on low heat, and put a lid on in for 12 minutes. Take off heat and allow to steam for 10 minutes before uncovering pot. This is a traditional method so no need to strain as all water will be absorbed. Enjoy!
I tried this technique and it came out so wonderfully, everyone loooved itt. even though it was only rice, it truly tasted and looked amazing. THANK YOU for solving the mystery of perfect rice
Complete fail for me :(. I’m jut a person that needs times and actual measurements. I overcooked it! I also made two cups of rice and the pot was too small! It fluffed up so much! Hopefully next time I won’t quit trying lol
Note: same amount of water ≠ 1 inch above. AT ALL. At the beginning it is suggested to use same amount of water to rice, then afterwords “make sure it is 1 inch above add & more if needed”. Just forget about “equal amount water” and just stick to “1 inch above” because equal amount of water will come up *short* .…and a dry semi cooked mash. You need a lot of water!!! 1 inch above seems right. Thank you for the recipe 👍
Hey, I tried this method, and it actually worked so well! I took one cup of rice. I didn’t measure my water, but I just added a little over 1 inch as you suggested in the video. I first covered and boiled. Then once it came to a rolling boil as in your video, I open the lid and I stirred 2-3 times in intervals. After 10 minutes, I tasted one grain of rice, and when it tasted almost cooked, I switched off the heat, drained the water and let the rice steam. It turned out SO SO fluffy! I can’t thank you enough for this video 💙💙💙
@@HonestCooks definitely enough water, it’s basmati rice that i picked up at the local Indian grocery store. If i had to guess if say the stirring of the rice released more starch and broke grains, even though i tried to be gentle. I ended up starting again, putting equal parts rice and water(cold), cooking until boiling, then simmer for about 10 min then let rest. Came out great 🤷♂️ idk . I miss my rice cooker 😢
That's unfortunate it happened with you. Has never happened with me in all my years. When you wash rice, you've to be gentle. When stirring, even more so. And if you overcook the rice, it will obviously be sticky and broken. Not sure what went wrong with you, mate.
Why bother checking the water level if you're going to strain it anyway? Just asking! I try to cook it as one of the top commenters sugggests and put just the right amount of water and leave it alone, comes out great, but maybe I'm missing something?
Hi there! I mention checking the water level to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom or nothing burns. This method is rather easy but sometimes people need time getting used to it. Aged basmati rice cooked this way will come out fluffy for sure. The other suggested method is always an option as well. Use which fits well with your needs and skills! :) Happy cooking!
Depending on how much rice you want to make, use the same measuring cup for water and add 3-4 times water. So for 1 cup rice, 3 cups water. Then drain when cooked.
This method won't work in a rice cooker. It will work on stove or gas. If you are using rice cooker, follow the instructions on the packaging of your rice. Good luck! :)
If you're just cooking the rice like pasta with the intention of straining the water after a certain point, you dont need to measure water that much. You should also salt the water. You should also let the rice firm up uncovered.
My rice is OK but just that. Not great and certainly not restaurant quality. I'm going to use this method tonight. I will try to remember to post my results here. Thanks for an excellent video.
Basmati is my favorite rice, but it requires so much more washing than other rice, so make sure you never ever skip this step! My favorite way is to put it into a strainer bag, because the starch likes to go to the bottom.
Estimated time will depend on how high your flame is. If you are medium heat, it should take about 15 mins approx. The best way to know if the rice is cooked through is to check the doneness.
Okay so I found this video last night and finally tried it today and the results were AMAZING!!! I’m 17 and I have struggled to cook rice for a while now like I can make like everything else but I just didn’t get the rice making African gene…. So I came across this video and tried it…. I cooked the rice with broth and once I drained the water out I added some ghee and a few spices I mixed together on top of it and put on aluminium foil to make sure no heat escapes and let it rest for like 10 minutes and the results *chefs kiss* my dad and brother both loved it
I'm glad you figured out how to cook something so simple, but what the hell is a rice cooking African gene? You do realize that rice was first cultivated in Chine right? About 8000 years ago. Then moved to India, the middle east and then Africa.
@@donmiller2908 the African gene i was referring to was more the fact that most of us can cook ( key word most ) rice pretty well basmati, jollof ….. wasnt trying to say it came from us
@@donmiller2908 pasta came from China, but you don't have the same energy defending it. Every continent masters its cooking, even if the main ingredient comes from somewhere else, so calm down.
The cooking time depends on your heat level. Like I showed in the video, a better understanding of when your rice is done is the color of grain & not the time.
Well, I am very happy to report that I made this rice using this method and it really is the best rice I've ever made. Thank you so much for changing my life in a small but significant way. Keep up the good work.❤
I always wait for water to evaporate, turn off heat, cover with T cloth and replace the lid to form a tight seal and let the rice steam, add salt when boiling or rice will be bland.
Would be nice to have more details… you didn’t say in the video for how long the rice cook until turn opaque white… is the running water for washing cold (I know this is the basic but I think it adds to the recipe)? You started boiling with cold water??
The cooking time depends on various things like heat & age of rice. So it is best to go by the doneness of the grain. Any aged basmati rice looks a bit translucent. This is why I said cook it till it is opaque white in color. Always start cooking rice in room temp water, as shown in the video. Same goes for washing. Wash with running water from the tap, cold or room temp. Don't wash with hot water. Hopefully it makes sense. If you need more information, please read detailed description on my blog post. www.honestcookskitchen.com/post/basmati-rice-restaurant-quality-perfect-rice
Why so much stirring? Why drain it? Just do 2 cups of water per cup of rice. Bring to a boil and then simmer in low heat, leave it ALONE until you can see the water has all been absorbed. It’s a pretty simply process that does not need you to be involve. It literally cooks itself perfectly in 15-20 minutes.
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So for Americans, cook it like pasta. Boil it in Salted water. Taste it til it feels ready in your mouth. You don't want it to have a crunch cause once you drain it it'll stop cooking. Drain it and back to a the pot, that'll help evaporate more water and keep it warm and fluffy. Voila there you go! Same thing with brown basmati rice. From there you can do a bunch. Like add butter/ghee. Saffron infused oil. Do not add anything that is water based. Because the rice will become mushy then.
We only used salt in this one. But you can temper some oil or butter or ghee with cumin seeds and bayleaf and toss the rice in the fat to make it more delicious! :)
The Information was SEVERLY lacking in this video, its basically just watch someone cook rice, they may know a bit how to get it right but TEACHING is an art in itself. The most important thing is to stop the cooking right before its cooked and ready to eat so by the time it cools down the rice is perfectly cooked, you can also rince it underwater to remove extra starch, water and cool it fast. the problem is Overcooking. She didnt even taste it, time it or comment on any of that.
Hi there. Sorry to hear the video didn't work out for you. Cooking is not always an exact science. And, I do believe if you'd apply meat cooking techniques to rice, you'll have undercooked rice. But I'm happy to see you have a way to cook your rice and have it turn out perfectly for you. Hope you find a channel that fits your needs. Thanks for stopping by at Honest Cooks and as always, have a lovely day. :)
I agree, there was no rough times to any of this process. I literally got no information on how to cook this specific rice. She basically said watch me cook rice
Depends on how long you soak the rice and the heat level. But normally, on medium flame it takes about 7to 8mins when you can uncover the pot. Better idea is to look for bubbles forming.
THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS TUTORIAL WAS SO EASY AND IT TOOK A LOT OF NERVES OFF ME WHEN I FOUND OUT HOW EASY IT WAS TO DO DEFINITELY GOING TO USE THIS AGAIN THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
your basmati rice is golden which means you are using sella basmati, its easier too cook it because it can handle more water and have a harder time sticking
Finally, a simple method which works! I have struggled with Basmati rice over the years. The low-heat methods are tricky because the lowest heat on an induction hob is extremely low, so it’s hard to gauge the right setting. Thankfully, this method does away with all that nonsense. Thank you so much. :)
Im dealing with the same problem. I have an induction hob and when I put it to low heat (number 1) I leave it for 15 min to cook eith the lid on. When I take the lid off is still wet?? Help please🥺
@@privateaccount8004use 1 to 1 water to rice ratio , and actually measure the water weight to match the rice weight . Don't do the cup method , it's really not accurate.
Thank you! Westerners just don't "get" rice. They don't know the difference between Basmati and Japanese-style sushi rice, and just use the same 1:1.5 ratio sit-and-forget method every time. It's not that simple!! Different grains and styles require different methods!
I wouldn't say 'westerners don't get rice'. There are fabulous cooks everywhere. And I've seen people struggle with cooking all over. But I totally agree when you say that different grains need different water ratio. Perfect observation! :)
Of all tutorials on how to make a perfect basmati steamed rice, this is the best! I just made a perfect non-sticky, fluffy basmati rice, and the grains didn’t break. I used Tilda and your instructions still worked very well. The only difference is I soaked it for only 20 minutes(Tilda said 30 mins but I don’t like soaking it for too long) after rinsing it until clear. Thank you so much for sharing! You are awesome! 🙏🏼
are you kidding me, she said nothing of value : add this amount of water, stir, stop cooking when the grains change color ??? let it sit for 5min. thats not teaching.
Roughly how many minutes do you boil the rice? I was cooking 1 cup of rice and filled the pot with water to a level one inch above the rice. You say cook until rice becomes opaque, are you suggesting that the rice was transparent before? Mine wasn't. My water almost disappeared under the rice and it was opaque so I took it off...but it's mushy. How long do you boil it and why does it matter how much water you use when you are just going to strain it off anyways at the end? Help!
The cooking time depends on various things like heat & type of rice. So it is best to go by the doneness of the grain. Any aged basmati rice looks a bit translucent. This is why I said cook it till it is opaque white in color. Hopefully it makes sense. If you need more information, please read detailed description on my blog post. www.honestcookskitchen.com/post/basmati-rice-restaurant-quality-perfect-rice
@@HonestCooks it’s an excellent conditioner/hair mask especially if you put a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Use it between shampoo and conditioner.
I just tried this and it turned out great! I was a bit concerned that the rice might still be a bit too firm after removing it from the heat but I needn't have worried. After letting it steam for 7 minutes like you mentioned, I ended up with lovely fluffy rice. I will be making it this way in future. Thanks so much for sharing.
Until now, I haven't been able to make edible rice even in a rice cooker! This looks so easy. Could it be true? I'm definitely trying this tonight. Your rice is beautiful. Thanks!🌈🌈🌈
how the fuck. you've done sacrilege to the rice-making process yet it looks perfect!??? I need a scientific answer or a step-by-step of you making it because it shouldn't have turned this way based on my experience.
Haha, it is really not sacrilegious. Basmati rice is cooked this way in many households in India. This method will not work for short grain or medium grain rice. We've also made an in-depth rice video to explain various cooking processes(link in the next comment for easy access). Do check that out for more info! Step-by-step is available in written form on the blog. Cheers! :)
@@KristiinaBerg Til the water evaporates, turn off heat then cover with a cloth and replace the lid, the rice will then steam, after 10 minutes the rice will be ready, fluff gently with a folk.
BTW...the study and method you referenced, shows this technique removes 70-80% of arsenic in white rice. That is an incredible thing for those who eat a lot of rice.
Also basmati type rice contains less gluten. It'll never mush up like white rice unless you boil it for a long time just like pasta. Anything that has starch will just become mush
Watch the follow up of this video: ruclips.net/video/_I1W9HwJEoc/видео.html
Some of you asked which brand of rice I purchase in the US.
After some trials with various brands, this one is my most favorite.
amzn.to/3rT9AWd
It is flavorful, grains are long & fragrant.
What do you season it with ?
Just salt :)
Thank you.. regards from Indonesia ❤
@@davegero36 Try 3-4 cloves, 3-4 green cardamoms (split), 2 Bay leafs, 1 piece of Cinnamon stick, and half tsp of cumin seeds, 1tsp salt and half tsp turmeric, add to boiling water and remove before serving. 👍 you’ll get a lovely flavour and colour. Look for Basmati quality 1121 rice.
Don’t stress your self, just add two cups of water per one cup of rice,and let it cook don’t need to stir it,when start to boil lower the fire to low position on the range knob,till is dry in about 20 minute.
So the recipe in the video doesn't seem to be complicated either.
@@gillianhutchinson4516 if you keep stirring most of the time, I grains of the rice tend to break and become mushy. I did that mistake many times before. so adding correct proportions of water will just remove unnecessary stirring and draining.
Not so easy. Same type rice may need different quantity of water based on its age. For example, aged rice need more water, so you follow that rule, you are gonna be left with slightly undercooked rice. Again if the rice is new and not aged, you gonna end up with mushy rice. It is always better to check while cooking because you do not always know the age of your store bought rice.
2 cups of water to 1 cup of rice will almost certainly give you mushy rice if you cook on low for 20mins. Ratio is 1:1
@@micankusi5062 it does, that's how I usually cook rice but it turns out gross if you do it with basmati, the way in the video works perfectly and it not complicated
This was the best rice cooking technique I’ve ever seen. It required no measurements or timers and it came out perfectly. I’m so thankful I tried it and will continue using this method from now on
bro she just cooked rice....
@@wardwal6369 I agree! But I’ve eaten more crunchy or soggy rice than I care to remember. This was perfect, my friend. Try it and tell me what you think 🤤
I was done when I saw the strainer...
This is a weird technic but I'll give it a try
1:40 i was so into the video it sounded like an 18 wheeler truck honked right in my face and scared me lol. Great video!!!
Lol, i hear what u mean. Thanks :)
😊
Nice my method for basmati rice is:
Rinse the rice until water runs clear then soak rice for at least 1 hour.
Then put rice into saucepan, add 1.5 cup water for every cup of rice, then get in high heat. For every cup of rice, I add 1 tsp salt and 1 tbsp ghee (I really like ghee but you can use butter or olive oil). I also like to add some paprika, coriander powder, and turmeric if I’m making yellow rice. Once rice comes to a boil, give everything a stir, put on low heat, and put a lid on in for 12 minutes. Take off heat and allow to steam for 10 minutes before uncovering pot. This is a traditional method so no need to strain as all water will be absorbed. Enjoy!
I tried this technique and it came out so wonderfully, everyone loooved itt. even though it was only rice, it truly tasted and looked amazing. THANK YOU for solving the mystery of perfect rice
Oh my. This makes me so happy. Thank you for sharing your feedback. I am really glad it helped :)
@@HonestCooks you're welcome, i only said the truth 😘🌹
Thank you for your kind words. :)
@@lovellytshotshi345 same!!
Complete fail for me :(. I’m jut a person that needs times and actual measurements. I overcooked it! I also made two cups of rice and the pot was too small! It fluffed up so much! Hopefully next time I won’t quit trying lol
this isnt cooked rice it is boiled
Technically the truth
Note: same amount of water ≠ 1 inch above. AT ALL.
At the beginning it is suggested to use same amount of water to rice, then afterwords “make sure it is 1 inch above add & more if needed”.
Just forget about “equal amount water” and just stick to “1 inch above” because equal amount of water will come up *short* .…and a dry semi cooked mash.
You need a lot of water!!! 1 inch above seems right.
Thank you for the recipe 👍
Hey,
I tried this method, and it actually worked so well! I took one cup of rice. I didn’t measure my water, but I just added a little over 1 inch as you suggested in the video. I first covered and boiled. Then once it came to a rolling boil as in your video, I open the lid and I stirred 2-3 times in intervals. After 10 minutes, I tasted one grain of rice, and when it tasted almost cooked, I switched off the heat, drained the water and let the rice steam. It turned out SO SO fluffy! I can’t thank you enough for this video 💙💙💙
the finger method is not good because it is different amount of water depending on the size of the pot.
I tried this recipe and my rice came out loose and soft! Thank you!
My rice was mushy, i washed the rice by hand before until water was clear and followed your instructions.
Did you have enough water in the pot?
Also, which variety of rice did you use?
@@HonestCooks definitely enough water, it’s basmati rice that i picked up at the local Indian grocery store. If i had to guess if say the stirring of the rice released more starch and broke grains, even though i tried to be gentle. I ended up starting again, putting equal parts rice and water(cold), cooking until boiling, then simmer for about 10 min then let rest. Came out great 🤷♂️ idk . I miss my rice cooker 😢
That's unfortunate it happened with you. Has never happened with me in all my years. When you wash rice, you've to be gentle. When stirring, even more so. And if you overcook the rice, it will obviously be sticky and broken. Not sure what went wrong with you, mate.
Why bother checking the water level if you're going to strain it anyway? Just asking! I try to cook it as one of the top commenters sugggests and put just the right amount of water and leave it alone, comes out great, but maybe I'm missing something?
Hi there!
I mention checking the water level to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom or nothing burns. This method is rather easy but sometimes people need time getting used to it. Aged basmati rice cooked this way will come out fluffy for sure. The other suggested method is always an option as well. Use which fits well with your needs and skills! :)
Happy cooking!
Sorry but you explain nothing here? How much water? How many cup rice? What did you seasoned it with?
Depending on how much rice you want to make, use the same measuring cup for water and add 3-4 times water. So for 1 cup rice, 3 cups water. Then drain when cooked.
I always do the 2:1 ratio with this rice it always turns out perfect. White rice on the other hand the ratio never seems to work.
We covered some other rice varieties in this video. Be sure to check it out.
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Can you do the same with brown basmati rice?
Which is better to use using gas or rice cooker.. I'm first time to do and cook basmati rice..if one cup how many water i will put?😅😅
This method won't work in a rice cooker. It will work on stove or gas.
If you are using rice cooker, follow the instructions on the packaging of your rice. Good luck! :)
This is the way to cook Basmati rice. i've been cooking rice for 30 years & Basmati rice is different from the other Asian rice
just so you know Korean rice you DONT STIR.
-a korean just passing by
How much water and rice sista explain yoself
Yeah exactly
My rice is sticking together and the center is a it raw.... how to fix?
If you're just cooking the rice like pasta with the intention of straining the water after a certain point, you dont need to measure water that much. You should also salt the water. You should also let the rice firm up uncovered.
Not entirely true. Too little water and the rice doesn’t get a chance to expand. This is basmati, it more than doubles in length when it cooks
yes.. I rediscovered basmati rice again a few years ago.. cooked it looked at it and asked where have you been ? ..I now call it basmatipants rice..
That's awesome!
wonderful I am gonna try this method
My rice is OK but just that. Not great and certainly not restaurant quality. I'm going to use this method tonight. I will try to remember to post my results here. Thanks for an excellent video.
How'd it work out for ya? i'm gonna try tomorrow
Basmati is my favorite rice, but it requires so much more washing than other rice, so make sure you never ever skip this step! My favorite way is to put it into a strainer bag, because the starch likes to go to the bottom.
I have notice that as well about Basmati, that it requires more washing.
Should I wash it untill the waste becomes clear?
@@replakcan Yes. :)
Why do you have to wash it though? There are videos debunking the arsenic warning. Is it just for texture?
@@BenOgorek Starch on the outside of the rice grain. If you don't want a sticky glob, you need to wash the starch off the grains.
from this method rice end up very good and to do it so simple as well. Thanks! :)
Thank you so much for your feedback. :)
You did not even say how long cook the rice???
bad video👎👎
Usually it takes about 10 mins but ymmv depending the rice type and it's quality. It's why I advised to assess thru rice instead of going by time.
Do you add butter or oil to rice before cooking?
Mf this made me burn my shit now I can’t eat
how long does it take to cook it
Wow! My mind is completely blown! Definitely trying this tonight!
What is the estimated boiling time if I soaked the rice? Please - do i have to watch it the whole time until it turns white?
Estimated time will depend on how high your flame is. If you are medium heat, it should take about 15 mins approx.
The best way to know if the rice is cooked through is to check the doneness.
Okay so I found this video last night and finally tried it today and the results were AMAZING!!! I’m 17 and I have struggled to cook rice for a while now like I can make like everything else but I just didn’t get the rice making African gene…. So I came across this video and tried it…. I cooked the rice with broth and once I drained the water out I added some ghee and a few spices I mixed together on top of it and put on aluminium foil to make sure no heat escapes and let it rest for like 10 minutes and the results *chefs kiss* my dad and brother both loved it
That is fantastic! We are so glad you found the video useful. Good luck on your cooking journey. :)
I'm glad you figured out how to cook something so simple, but what the hell is a rice cooking African gene? You do realize that rice was first cultivated in Chine right? About 8000 years ago. Then moved to India, the middle east and then Africa.
@@donmiller2908 the African gene i was referring to was more the fact that most of us can cook ( key word most ) rice pretty well basmati, jollof ….. wasnt trying to say it came from us
Brother use rice cooker its simple and easy
@@donmiller2908 pasta came from China, but you don't have the same energy defending it. Every continent masters its cooking, even if the main ingredient comes from somewhere else, so calm down.
So how long does it have to cook for ? You don’t even say that??. Gonna give a thumbs down for not providing enough information.
The cooking time depends on your heat level. Like I showed in the video, a better understanding of when your rice is done is the color of grain & not the time.
Can you mention the estimated time for cooking rice ?
For months and months I've been trying to find the right rice recipe and I'm soooo glad I found this one. The rice was perfect!!!!
So happy you found it helpful :)
Helpful. Tq u
So like normal rice? Lol
Well, I am very happy to report that I made this rice using this method and it really is the best rice I've ever made. Thank you so much for changing my life in a small but significant way. Keep up the good work.❤
So glad to hear it! Happy cooking! :)
I always wait for water to evaporate, turn off heat, cover with T cloth and replace the lid to form a tight seal and let the rice steam, add salt when boiling or rice will be bland.
Good method too! Glad it works for you.
How do people cook it not to get the restaurant grade rice? 😂 ...not mocking but really want to know how else could rice be cooked. 🤔
Hello what do you mean by opaque white? ( mine is already opaque when dry) thank you
Would be nice to have more details… you didn’t say in the video for how long the rice cook until turn opaque white… is the running water for washing cold (I know this is the basic but I think it adds to the recipe)? You started boiling with cold water??
The cooking time depends on various things like heat & age of rice. So it is best to go by the doneness of the grain.
Any aged basmati rice looks a bit translucent. This is why I said cook it till it is opaque white in color.
Always start cooking rice in room temp water, as shown in the video. Same goes for washing. Wash with running water from the tap, cold or room temp. Don't wash with hot water.
Hopefully it makes sense. If you need more information, please read detailed description on my blog post. www.honestcookskitchen.com/post/basmati-rice-restaurant-quality-perfect-rice
I get a rice cooker. I never have to worry about the rice being cooked.
😂😂😂
As afghani we never cook basmati rice it get mashed very easily we always use sella rice . Thanks for tip
Why so much stirring? Why drain it? Just do 2 cups of water per cup of rice. Bring to a boil and then simmer in low heat, leave it ALONE until you can see the water has all been absorbed. It’s a pretty simply process that does not need you to be involve. It literally cooks itself perfectly in 15-20 minutes.
basmati rice is the best rice on the planet, i only eat basmati rice because no other rice compares to the texture or taste.
Thanks so much i finally made good rice!!!! And the rice i have isnt even that good quality
I am so glad to hear that! Happy cooking! :)
how long time aprox do you cook the rice like this?
how do you make it dry?
We have added English and Portuguese (Brazil) closed captions.
We will be updating Hindi captions as well. Please feel free to comment any corrections you feel is needed in the CC. Thank you for watching! You guys are the best.
Don’t stir it. You break the rice.
Not really. Been doing it for decades. You have to be gentle, that's all.
So for Americans, cook it like pasta. Boil it in Salted water. Taste it til it feels ready in your mouth. You don't want it to have a crunch cause once you drain it it'll stop cooking. Drain it and back to a the pot, that'll help evaporate more water and keep it warm and fluffy. Voila there you go! Same thing with brown basmati rice. From there you can do a bunch. Like add butter/ghee. Saffron infused oil. Do not add anything that is water based. Because the rice will become mushy then.
i hate that this was the only way that explained it perfectly 💀💀 i feel so dumb
@@thecatbarkedatthedog1091 Don't be a hater.
Uncle Rodger needs to see this 🤭💚
Yep. Feel free to show it to them.
He'd roast to to oblivion for using way too much water and draining it.
If only their opinion mattered...
What did you guys season it with? I simply used salt and it came out great, but if it could come out BETTER I’d love to know.
We only used salt in this one. But you can temper some oil or butter or ghee with cumin seeds and bayleaf and toss the rice in the fat to make it more delicious! :)
I never cook rice without garlic and a bay leaf and salt
As Gordon would say “do not lift that fucking lid”
The Information was SEVERLY lacking in this video, its basically just watch someone cook rice, they may know a bit how to get it right but TEACHING is an art in itself.
The most important thing is to stop the cooking right before its cooked and ready to eat so by the time it cools down the rice is perfectly cooked, you can also rince it underwater to remove extra starch, water and cool it fast. the problem is Overcooking. She didnt even taste it, time it or comment on any of that.
Hi there. Sorry to hear the video didn't work out for you. Cooking is not always an exact science. And, I do believe if you'd apply meat cooking techniques to rice, you'll have undercooked rice. But I'm happy to see you have a way to cook your rice and have it turn out perfectly for you. Hope you find a channel that fits your needs. Thanks for stopping by at Honest Cooks and as always, have a lovely day. :)
I agree, there was no rough times to any of this process. I literally got no information on how to cook this specific rice. She basically said watch me cook rice
@@johnlivesay189 exactly what I thought.
Yes/ I found it lacking essential details like time/ there were so missing steps.
What in the fuck is this heresy 😂
Tried this, I got rice pudding
More or less how much time would you say it takes until the water boils and we should uncover the pot?
Depends on how long you soak the rice and the heat level. But normally, on medium flame it takes about 7to 8mins when you can uncover the pot. Better idea is to look for bubbles forming.
THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS TUTORIAL WAS SO EASY AND IT TOOK A LOT OF NERVES OFF ME WHEN I FOUND OUT HOW EASY IT WAS TO DO DEFINITELY GOING TO USE THIS AGAIN THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU
Followed this and still turned out sticky 😩
your basmati rice is golden which means you are using sella basmati, its easier too cook it because it can handle more water and have a harder time sticking
never eaten those. Hope God let me afford this oneday.❤
Finally, a simple method which works!
I have struggled with Basmati rice over the years. The low-heat methods are tricky because the lowest heat on an induction hob is extremely low, so it’s hard to gauge the right setting. Thankfully, this method does away with all that nonsense.
Thank you so much. :)
So glad it helped! Thanks John.
Im dealing with the same problem. I have an induction hob and when I put it to low heat (number 1) I leave it for 15 min to cook eith the lid on. When I take the lid off is still wet?? Help please🥺
@@privateaccount8004too much water or w8 longer. Also should let it steam in itself after you turn off the heat.
@@privateaccount8004use 1 to 1 water to rice ratio , and actually measure the water weight to match the rice weight . Don't do the cup method , it's really not accurate.
so this is almost same as cooking pasta right?
WOW! It worked. It was too easy
Amazing! Thanks for sharing
I tried the technique with jasmine rice and it came out fluffy. I will get basmati rice next time and cook again.
Honestly you don’t know how to cook basmati rice. The End.
Be silent !! It worked just great for me !!
@@terrym1964no it didn't
No measurements?
Not really :)
1 to 1.5 no stirring
Bring to simmer or boil then lower heat to low and cook till it’s done
Then let stand for 10 mins
Perfect ride
The real question that I am not seeing is, what long grain brand/name/type of basmati rise are you using?
Sorry never got notification for your comment. This is the rice we use (in the US), the link is also in the video description. amzn.to/3zUI6cL
Thank you! Westerners just don't "get" rice. They don't know the difference between Basmati and Japanese-style sushi rice, and just use the same 1:1.5 ratio sit-and-forget method every time. It's not that simple!! Different grains and styles require different methods!
I wouldn't say 'westerners don't get rice'. There are fabulous cooks everywhere. And I've seen people struggle with cooking all over. But I totally agree when you say that different grains need different water ratio. Perfect observation! :)
Of all tutorials on how to make a perfect basmati steamed rice, this is the best! I just made a perfect non-sticky, fluffy basmati rice, and the grains didn’t break. I used Tilda and your instructions still worked very well. The only difference is I soaked it for only 20 minutes(Tilda said 30 mins but I don’t like soaking it for too long) after rinsing it until clear. Thank you so much for sharing! You are awesome! 🙏🏼
Appreciate your kind words! So glad you found the video useful! Thank you! :)
are you kidding me, she said nothing of value :
add this amount of water, stir, stop cooking when the grains change color ??? let it sit for 5min. thats not teaching.
@@MrFree-vj8qj i’m not kidding you and this is my opinion. If you want you can directly reply to her and not to my comment. Have a good day.
@Mr. Free We appreciate your comments but we'd rather you speak kindly to our viewers.
@@MrFree-vj8qj agreed, not enough specifics
Can I steam it instantly in rice cooker instead? And what kind of seasoning in there you put ? Do I need to add some oil to make it silk?
For rice cooker, use white rice setting. You can add oil or butter and salt.
Turned out great for Jasmine Rice too! Thank you!
Aunt Hersha's way to cook rice bring me here
yum, good tips, turned out excellent 😋
Glad you like them!
Two words…rice cooker.
not everyone has them 😱
4 words learn how to cook
Roughly how many minutes do you boil the rice? I was cooking 1 cup of rice and filled the pot with water to a level one inch above the rice. You say cook until rice becomes opaque, are you suggesting that the rice was transparent before? Mine wasn't. My water almost disappeared under the rice and it was opaque so I took it off...but it's mushy. How long do you boil it and why does it matter how much water you use when you are just going to strain it off anyways at the end? Help!
The cooking time depends on various things like heat & type of rice. So it is best to go by the doneness of the grain.
Any aged basmati rice looks a bit translucent. This is why I said cook it till it is opaque white in color. Hopefully it makes sense. If you need more information, please read detailed description on my blog post. www.honestcookskitchen.com/post/basmati-rice-restaurant-quality-perfect-rice
Don’t discard the rice water! Let it cool and rinse you hair with it in the shower .
What a great idea. Will try this for sure. I've used this rice water to water my plants, but never was cleaning my hair. Thanks
@@HonestCooks it’s an excellent conditioner/hair mask especially if you put a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Use it between shampoo and conditioner.
I wouldnt. Most rice contains arsenic now.
@@sarielizard1 so because of that you will eat rice but wont put it on your hair?
Yikes
1 tip i do...once rice is cooked i put it on a plate and put in oven on low heat for 5 mins...gets rid of any moisture.
How much rice is needed for one person only?
Ideally, one portion of rice is uncooked 1/4 cup of uncooked rice but it varies by person.
DONT DISCARD THE WATER
RINSE YOUR HAIR IN IT X
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Telugu radhaa
I just tried this and it turned out great!
I was a bit concerned that the rice might still be a bit too firm after removing it from the heat but I needn't have worried. After letting it steam for 7 minutes like you mentioned, I ended up with lovely fluffy rice. I will be making it this way in future. Thanks so much for sharing.
As a great man once said "No use collinder! Haiyaa!"
Doesn’t work. Not enough water and rice not cooked properly so won’t be trying it this way again !
Do it correctly next time. 🤡
Until now, I haven't been able to make edible rice even in a rice cooker! This looks so easy. Could it be true? I'm definitely trying this tonight. Your rice is beautiful. Thanks!🌈🌈🌈
Thanks again. Indeed, it is quite simple yet effective.
So hw was ur rice???
How was it?
HOW WAS THE RICE PATRICIA
Come on Pat we need to know
whaaaaaat!?!?! i gotta try this
how the fuck. you've done sacrilege to the rice-making process yet it looks perfect!??? I need a scientific answer or a step-by-step of you making it because it shouldn't have turned this way based on my experience.
Haha, it is really not sacrilegious. Basmati rice is cooked this way in many households in India. This method will not work for short grain or medium grain rice. We've also made an in-depth rice video to explain various cooking processes(link in the next comment for easy access). Do check that out for more info! Step-by-step is available in written form on the blog. Cheers! :)
ruclips.net/video/_I1W9HwJEoc/видео.html
@@HonestCooks cheers! Thanks for the help!!
So how long do you cook the rice without the lid with in bubbly boiling water?
@@KristiinaBerg Til the water evaporates, turn off heat then cover with a cloth and replace the lid, the rice will then steam, after 10 minutes the rice will be ready, fluff gently with a folk.
BTW...the study and method you referenced, shows this technique removes 70-80% of arsenic in white rice. That is an incredible thing for those who eat a lot of rice.
Exactly. We explained that in our follow-up video: ruclips.net/video/_I1W9HwJEoc/видео.html&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE
Thank you!
Approximately how long before the rice becomes an opaque color, on medium heat?
What did you use to flavor it?
Also basmati type rice contains less gluten. It'll never mush up like white rice unless you boil it for a long time just like pasta. Anything that has starch will just become mush
Rice does not have gluten in it.
@@HonestCooks he probably meant starch , which he is correct , that's why basmati rice is always recommended when making rice that doesn't stick .
I’m 22 years old and always come back to watch this video, I never get it 💔
Thank you so much for this technique! I love basmati rice and can now make it perfect! 🙏