I ruined a pot of basmati rice and learned why this delicate grain demands patience, precision and restraint. From soaking and water ratios to heat control, this first-person guide shares mistakes, ...

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Bold, aromatic biryani depends on one hero: perfectly cooked basmati rice. When the grains are long, separate, and lightly perfumed with spices, the layers come alive. The method below is built on ...

This pomegranate jeweled pilau rice with butternut squash is a plant-based dish with flavors of South Asia and the Middle East ...