The Perfect Basmati Rice Recipe

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The Perfect Basmati Rice
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Ingredients:

  • 365 ml water
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional)

Directions:

  1. Clean the rice under cold water until it runs clear then soak in cold water for 30 minutes.
  2. Drain the rice and place it into a pot with the fresh water. Bring to the boil.
  3. Add the lemon juice to the water and stir thoroughly. Cover the pan with a lid before reducing the heat. Simmer gently for 7-8 minutes.
  4. When the rice is cooked remove the lid and take the pan off the heat. Leave the rice to stand for five minutes to allow excess moisture to leave the pan.
  5. To serve, fluff the rice using a fork before putting on the plate.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 87.64 Kcal (367 kJ)
Calories from fat 4.5 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.5g 1%
Sodium 1.83mg 0%
Potassium 18.15mg 0%
Total Carbs 20.04g 7%
Sugars 0.02g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
Protein 1.5g 3%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Iron 20mg 111%
Calcium 9.2mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 61.77 Kcal (259 kJ)
Calories from fat 3.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.35g 1%
Sodium 1.29mg 0%
Potassium 12.79mg 0%
Total Carbs 14.13g 7%
Sugars 0.01g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0.35g 2%
Protein 1.06g 3%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Iron 14.1mg 111%
Calcium 6.5mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.7
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • fat free,
  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free

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