Lemon Basmati Rice Recipe

Lemon Basmati Rice Recipe

  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed
  • 1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  1. Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Cook the rice, ginger, and lemon zest together in the hot oil for about 1 minute; add the lemon juice and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil; cover the pot and allow the mixture to simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.