Skip to main content

Absorption Method Two

Recipe information

  • Yield

    3 to 4 servings

Ingredients

1 cup basmati or other long-grain rice
A pinch of salt
2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Wash well in a few changes of water: 1 cup basmati or other long-grain rice

    Step 2

    Put into a heavy saucepan with: A pinch of salt, 2 cups water

    Step 3

    Set aside to soak for 30 minutes. When ready to cook, add: 1 tablespoon butter

    Step 4

    Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, until the water is absorbed and the surface of the rice is covered with steam holes. Turn the heat to low and cover tightly. Cook for 7 minutes. Turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Stir gently to fluff and serve.

  2. Variation

    Step 5

    Add 1/8 teaspoon saffron with the butter.

The Art of Simple Food
Read More
Like no-brainer corn salad and Spanish frittata.
Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.
The secret to juicy grilled chicken, a sheet-cake swap for banana pudding, and more reasons to light up the grill and have people over all summer long.
Filberts, goobers, scaly bark nuts: Explore the world beyond almonds in this guide.
Choose your own adventure at the supermarket with marinated artichokes, beans, peppers, and of course, olives.
Like swordfish steaks with tomatoes and Peruvian-style tofu.
Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.
Our go-to banana bread recipe is moist, nutty, and incredibly easy to make.