This comprehensive guide will help you prepare perfectly cooked Sona Masoori rice. With just water and a set-and-forget approach, you can achieve consistently soft and fluffy rice with ease. Say goodbye to undercooked or overcooked rice and enjoy delicious and fluffy rice every time.
Sona Masoori is a medium-grain rice variety that originates from India and is primarily cultivated in South India. While not as well-known as Basmati rice, it remains easily accessible in India and at Indian grocery stores worldwide. It is available in both white and brown varieties and is commonly used in Indian cuisine.
Sona Masuri rice is characterized by its delicate texture, nutty flavor, and pleasant aroma. This rice pairs well with South Indian curries, or you can simply enjoy it with ghee and salt.
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- Clear instructions: This recipe has clear and concise instructions that are easy to follow, even for beginners.
- Accurate measurements: My recipe provides accurate measurements for both the rice and water to ensure that the rice is cooked to the correct texture.
- Serving suggestions: Unsure of how to serve this aromatic rice? Not to worry! Check out the recipes I've shared below that pair perfectly with this delicious rice.
- Using uncooked rice: Looking to add some flavor to uncooked rice? Try incorporating uncooked rice into the recipes I've shared below for a delicious and unique twist on this classic ingredient.
Ingredients
Sona masoori and water are the only ingredients you need. Traditionally, when making steamed rice, oil or seasoning is not added. Use filtered water where possible.
Step-by-step instructions
Take one cup of rice in a bowl and add water. Rub and wash the rice thoroughly. Wash 2-3 times until the water runs clear. Drain all the water.
Main Pot Method
Step 1: Transfer the washed rice along with 2 cups of water to the inner pot of the
Step 2: Pressure cook for 5 minutes. Do a natural release of the pressure. Mix gently before serving.
Pot-in-Pot method
Step 1: Add one cup of water to the inner pot of the
Step 2: Add 2 cups of water and give it a good mix. Set the
Stovetop Method
Step 1: Place the washed rice in a thick bottom pan. Add 2½ cups of water and give it a good mix. Place it on high heat and bring it to a boil. Once it comes to a rolling boil, reduce the heat to the lowest setting.
Step 2: Cover with a tight-fitting lid. Let it simmer on low heat for 15-17 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed. Turn off the heat and let it sit for another 10 minutes. Mix gently and serve.
Expert Tips
In this recipe, I have used one cup of uncooked rice, which gives 4 cups of cooked rice. You can half or double the recipe as per your need.
Rinse the uncooked rice well to remove any dirt. Rinse 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
Use filtered water for cooking the rice where possible.
The rice-to-water ratio depends on the cooking method. For every cup of uncooked rice, we need 2 cups of water if we make it in an
If you are making large quantities of rice, the main pot method is the best. However, for smaller quantities, you can use the pot-in-pot method. With PIP, you can also cook dal at the same time.
Serving suggestions
Serve steamed plain rice with these dals and curries:
Recipes to use uncooked sona masoori
Use uncooked rice for these recipes:
Recipe FAQs
Sona masuri is an Indian variety of medium-grain rice which is a cross combination of Sona and Mahsuri varieties. It is widely cultivated and eaten in South India. You can buy this variety in Indian grocery stores and online stores.
It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This rice also freezes well and can be stored in the freezer for up to three months.
Use a 1:2.5 rice-to-water ratio for brown rice and pressure cook in the
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How to Cook Sona Masoori Rice
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup sona masoori rice
- 2-2½ cups water depending on the method - see instructions
Instructions
Wash the rice:
- Take the rice in a bowl and add water. Rub and wash the rice thoroughly.
- Drain all the water.
Main Pot Method:
- Transfer the washed rice to the inner pot of the Instant Pot.
- Add 2 cups of water and give it a good mix.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid and set it to pressure cook mode for 5 minutes.
- Do a natural release of pressure.
- Mix gently and serve.
Pot-in-Pot Method:
- Add one cup of water to the inner pot of the Instant Pot. Place a trivet on top.
- Place the washed rice in a bowl that fits the inner pot of the Instant Pot. Place it on the trivet.
- Add 2 cups of water and give it a good mix.
- Set the Instant Pot to pressure cook mode for 8 minutes.
- Do a natural release of pressure.
- Mix gently and serve.
Stovetop Method:
- Place the washed rice in a thick bottom pan.
- Add 2½ cups of water and give it a good mix.
- Place it on high heat and bring it to a boil.
- Once it comes to a rolling boil, reduce the heat to the lowest setting.
- Cover with a tight-fitting lid. Let it simmer on low heat for 15-17 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed.
- Turn off the heat and let it sit for another 10 minutes.
- Mix gently and serve.
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