Gather all ingredients before starting recipe.

• Melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium high heat.
  
• Add 1/2 cup basmati rice and stir to coat the rice completely.
  
• Season with kosher salt to taste.
• Add 1 cup water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with a lid and cook until the rice separates and can be fluffed with a fork, about 25 minutes.