Whether you're preparing a traditional biryani or a simple side of steamed rice for curry or dal, understanding how basmati rice is cultivated, selected, and cooked can elevate your culinary game.

That's the secret to cooking great rice, allow it to steam as it's cooking. Do not lift the lid up." If you don’t bring the temperature to a boil, it can lead to it becoming undercooked.

Add the yoghurt, season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper and stir well. Serve onto warmed plates with steamed basmati rice alongside.

Basmati rice prices in India have surged by up to 10% recently, reversing a previous decline, as West Asian countries ...