Few South Asian dishes are as exquisite as chicken biryani, with its fragrant spices and perfectly cooked rice.

You won't find any spice labeled "curry" in a South Asian kitchen. So what is curry powder? And where did it come from?

Whether you're a rice cooker loyalist, an Instant Pot fanatic or prefer a good ol' fashioned stovetop method, we've got you covered. This guide explains how to cook jasmine rice, step by step.