Go Back
Brown Basmati Rice Recipes

Brown Basmati Rice Recipes

This Brown Basmati Rice Recipe delivers fluffy, aromatic, and nutty grains every time. Perfect as a healthy side dish or the base for a nourishing bowl, this recipe is rich in fiber, low on the glycemic index, and naturally gluten-free. Mastering the soaking and cooking technique will help you achieve restaurant-quality rice at home, making it a versatile companion to curries, stir-fries, and salads. Author: Use Default (Don’t show) Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 Times: Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Resting Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Categories: Side Dish, Healthy Recipes Courses: Dinner, Lunch Cuisines: Indian, Middle Eastern, Global Keywords: Brown Basmati Rice, Healthy Rice Recipes, Fluffy Basmati Rice
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Global, Indian
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 1 cup Brown basmati rice Rinsed and soaked for 30 minutes
  • 2 1/4 cups Water Or vegetable/chicken broth
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Olive oil or ghee Optional for flavor

Equipment

  • Amount Name Notes
  • 1 Medium pot with lid Heavy-bottomed for even cooking
  • 1 Fine mesh strainer For rinsing rice
  • 1 Measuring cups Accurate water ratio
  • 1 Fork For fluffing rice

Method
 

  1. Rinse the Rice – Place the brown basmati rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear.
  2. Soak the Rice – Transfer rinsed rice to a bowl, cover with water, and soak for 30 minutes to help the grains expand evenly.
  3. Boil Water – In a medium pot, bring the measured water or broth to a gentle boil.
  4. Add Rice and Salt – Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot along with salt and olive oil or ghee.
  5. Simmer Gently – Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer undisturbed for 25 minutes.
  6. Rest and Fluff – Remove from heat, let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.
  7. Nutrition (per serving):
  8. Calories: 190 kcal

Notes

For extra flavor, add a cinnamon stick, cloves, or cardamom pods while cooking.
Using broth instead of water makes the rice richer and more aromatic.
Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to prevent steam loss.