It’s a Big Mistake to Only Add Water to Cook Rice! Learn the Secret That Hotels Use

INGREDENT

• 2 cups Basmati or Jasmine rice
• 2 ½ cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
• 1 tbsp butter or oil
• 1 small bay leaf (optional)
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 garlic clove, minced (optional for extra flavor)

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch for fluffier rice.
2. In a pot, heat the butter or oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds if using.
3. Add the rinsed rice and stir for 1–2 minutes to toast it slightly—this gives hotel-style texture and flavor.
4. Pour in the chicken broth, add salt and bay leaf. Stir once, then bring to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
6. Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes (don’t skip this!).
7. Fluff with a fork and serve!

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