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Rice for Butter Chicken

Perfect Rice for Butter Chicken: Fluffy and Flavorful Pairings

Elevate your Butter Chicken experience with perfect rice pairings for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Basmati Rice
  • Basmati rice Rinse before cooking to remove excess starch
  • 30 minutes Soaking time Soaking enhances cooking quality
Brown Basmati Rice
  • Brown Basmati rice Requires a longer cooking time, typically around 45 minutes
  • Nutritional boost Rich in fiber
Jasmine Rice
  • Jasmine rice Cooks quickly in 15-20 minutes
  • Flavor enhancement Cook in chicken stock for added taste

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse and soak the rice, then soak for about 30 minutes to absorb moisture.
  2. Cook the rice using the appropriate water-to-rice ratio, bring to boil, then simmer.
  3. Fluff the rice after resting for 5-10 minutes to achieve a light texture.
  4. Serve the rice with a well for the butter chicken on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider using chicken stock for cooking Jasmine rice to enhance flavor. Adjust cooking times and ratios based on rice type.

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