Ginger Rice Recipe
Make Ginger Rice Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Rice
- 1
Rinsing the Rice
Begin by rinsing 1 cup of basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Cooking the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed basmati rice, 2 cups of vegetable broth (or water), 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Simmering
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 4
Garnishing
- 5
Adding Garnish
To serve, transfer the ginger rice to a serving dish. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions over the top for added flavor and presentation.
