White Basmati Rice Recipes Or Ideas

[BlessedMommy]

I have about 40 pounds of white basmati rice on hand and we're scaling back a bit on grocery costs and using up more pantry staples lately while trying to catch up on bills.

 

Any ideas for new ways to use it?

[fantasticalice]

There are so many things to do with rice but I wanted to ask if you've ever soaked your rice and if so, how long? In a fridge or on the counter. Ever added vinegar to the soak? Open Original Shared Link This gal does something unique to her rice. I am finding that a soak makes a far better product. 

[BlessedMommy]

I don't generally soak my rice, but then again, I don't generally use brown rice. Is soaking beneficial for white rice as well?

[lpellegr]

Basmati is great for soaking up interesting sauces, so put it under stews and Indian food or chili.  I like the Chicken Makhani from Open Original Shared Link, but it has a lot of ingredients.  In addition you can make rice salads or pilafs - there are hot or cold rice dishes with raisins and nuts, carrots and celery, cinnamon and garlic (sounds odd, but it works!) with various dressings.  Look up Persian Rice or rice with raisins.  Here's an example Open Original Shared Link  There are also recipes for basmati rice pudding.  Now I'm hungry.