Arabic Style Rice Recipe

The variety of rice used for Levantine cooking is a short grain. The soaking in water process is important as it rids of excess starch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups short grain rice

• 2 cups water

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• Salt to taste.

Method:

· Soak the rice in cold water for a minimum of 1 hour.

· Rinse under cold water several times to get rid of the starch then drain in a colander.

· In a pan on medium heat place the oil and when it is hot sauté the rice for 1 minute then add the salt and water.

· Cover and when the water has evaporated (with this quantity about 10 minutes) fluff it gently and remove the pot from the fire and set aside.

· Cover with a kitchen towel and leave it for a further 15 minutes. The steam will continue cooking the rice without over cooking it.

· Serve hot.

Notes:

· Always soak the rice and rinse.

· Always use equal parts of rice and water or stock.