Perfect Clay Pot Rice

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1/3 cup chopped green onions
• 3/4 cup white basmati rice (soaked for 35-40 minutes)
• 1 cup water
• 1 and 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/8 tsp ground black pepper (adjust to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the oil in an 8-inch clay pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped green onions and sauté for about 1 minute.

2. 2

   Drain the rice and add it to the clay pot. Cover with the water and give it a quick stir.

3. 3

   Bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, cover with the lid and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let simmer covered for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave the clay pot covered in the heat for another 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Use a fork to fluff the rice and enjoy!

5. 5

   If using the sauce: combine the soy sauce, sugar, and ground black pepper in a small bowl. Mix to dissolve the sugar. Pour the sauce into the rice and stir to coat.