Yes, after 20 minutes you drain it, and then you can cook the rice.
assitant
No, that’s already done. It will stay in water and absorb the water, and get ready for more cooking.
assistant
I like to host guests at my home from time to time, and I am gathering  recipes of different dishes and drinks to keep things interesting. I am interested in trying some Pakistani dishes. Can you give me a recipe for Chana Pulao?
user
Here’s one such recipe for Chana Pulao:

- 2 cups white basmati rice, washed and soaked in 2 cups water for 20 minutes
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 cup ginger, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garam masala
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large yellow onion, minced
- 1/2 pound mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Can I help with anything else?
assistant
Wait, I don't have cook anything. I just sit the rice in water for 20 minutes?
user
That’s right. You want to rinse the rice, then place the soaked rice in the water.
assistant
Okay, but do I eventually cook the rice?
user