Description
Learn how to cook perfect white rice easily with this simple stovetop method. Whether you prefer short, medium, or long grain, this guide ensures fluffy, tender rice every time using precise water ratios and boiling techniques.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice (short, medium, or long grain, uncooked)
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 cups white rice (short, medium, or long grain)
- 3 cups boiling water
- 1 cup white rice (short, medium or long grain)
- 2 cups boiling water
Instructions
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, which helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky or clumping.
- Add Water and Boil: For cooking 1 cup of rice, add 1 1/2 cups of water to a pot. For 2 cups of rice, use 3 cups of boiling water. Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice to ensure even cooking.
- Simmer: Once the rice is added to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for about 13 minutes without lifting the lid to maintain proper steaming.
- Rest and Fluff: After cooking, turn off the heat and let the rice rest, still covered, for 5 minutes. Then fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains before serving.
Notes
- Use the correct water-to-rice ratio for optimal texture depending on rice type.
- Do not lift the lid while the rice is cooking to maintain consistent steam.
- Letting the rice rest after cooking improves fluffiness and texture.
- Short, medium, and long grain white rice generally cook similarly but check packaging for specific instructions.
