Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice (or basmati)
- 3 cups water (or as per rice type)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth (hotel secret!)
- 1 tablespoon butter or ghee
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 bay leaf (optional, for aroma)
- 2–3 whole cloves or cardamom pods (optional, for extra fragrance)
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice:
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents sticky rice. - Use Broth for Flavor:
In a pot, combine water and broth. This is the hotel secret — mixing broth with water adds a depth of flavor you don’t get with plain water. - Add Flavor Boosters:
Add butter (or ghee), salt, and optional bay leaf or whole spices. This infuses the rice with a gentle, luxurious aroma. - Bring to a Boil:
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. - Add Rice & Simmer:
Stir in the rinsed rice. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly with a lid, and let it simmer for 15–18 minutes (or according to rice type). - Rest & Fluff:
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5–10 minutes. Then remove the lid, fluff gently with a fork, and discard the bay leaf or whole spices. - Serve:
Serve your fluffy, aromatic rice just like in a fine hotel — perfectly seasoned, buttery, and delicious!
Tip:
For extra richness, drizzle a touch of melted butter or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Would you like me to adapt this for a rice cooker or add any hotel-style garnishes?