Learn how to cook delicious, healthy whole grain basmati rice on the stovetop.

Basmati rice is aromatic, long-grained rice that comes in brown and white varieties.

The nutty taste and unique texture make this ingredient an excellent base formost rice dinners.

Uncooked brown basmati rice

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The first step, though, is perfecting the rice.

Learn how to make delicious, whole grain basmati rice by following the instructions below.

Boil contents of saucepan:

Bring to a boil.

Brown basmati rice in water

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Stir and simmer:

Stir once, cover, and reduce heat to low.

Simmer for 50 minutes.

(Do not lift the lid or stir!)

Brown basmati rice boiling on the stove

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It is considered a whole grain, which is part of a balanced and healthy diet.

Pre-soaking is not necessary for preparing brown basmati rice.

Rinsing the rice to remove excess starch is recommended.

Stirring a pot of brown basmati rice

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Basmati rice from California, India, and Pakistan is considered the best by nutrition experts.

A bowl of cooked brown basmati rice

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