Basmati Rice

Ingredients

• 400 g white basmati rice
• 600 ml water
• 1–3 tsp salt
• 2 tsp lemon juice

Steps

1. If adding saffron, soak it in a tablespoon or two of hot water for 10 minutes, and add the water and strands in with the lemon juice.
2. Rinse the rice in a sieve for 5–7 minutes under cold running water.
3. Add the water, rice, butter, and salt to a pot.
4. Bring to a rapid boil.
5. Mix in the lemon juice and the saffron mixture if using.
6. Cover the pot tightly, reduce heat to minimum, and simmer for 8½ minutes.
7. Taste the rice to check its texture.
8. Cook for 1–5 minutes longer depending on how underdone it is.
9. Fluff with a fork and serve hot with your favorite recipe.