Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice very well at least three times to remove all excess starch from the rice.
2. Take the rinsed rice in a bowl. Add a cup of water and let the rice soak for 30 minutes.
3. Brush the rice cooker’s inner pot with oil.
4. Drain the water completely from the soaked rice and add it to the rice cooker.
5. Next, add water and salt (if using) to the rice cooker.
6. If you want to flavor the rice, you can add dry spices like cardamom, cloves, bay leaf, and cinnamon to the rice at this stage.
7. Close the rice cooker with its lid. If your rice cooker has options, select white rice or start the cook button.
8. Once the cooking is over, wait for 5 minutes or so and open the lid. Then, fluff the rice with a spatula and let it rest for another 5 minutes.
9. Light, fluffy and flavorful basmati rice is ready to serve with your favorite curry or dal.