Lemon Basmati Rice

By Gazelle

Ingredients

• 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

Preparation

Step 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.