Perfect Brown Rice in a Steamer
Achieve perfectly fluffy and tender brown rice with this foolproof guide to cooking it in a steamer. This simple recipe combines two key techniques—thorough rinsing and pre-soaking—to ensure each grain cooks evenly and remains delightfully chewy without being sticky. Requiring just two ingredients—nutritious brown rice and water—this recipe is ideal for health-conscious eaters seeking a hearty side dish or the perfect base for grain bowls, stir-fries, and curries. The hands-off steaming process locks in flavor and nutrients while eliminating the guesswork of stove-top methods. With just 5 minutes of prep and a steamer doing all the work, you'll have a wholesome, restaurant-quality side dish ready to complement any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Rinse the brown rice thoroughly under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
Soak the rinsed brown rice in water for 30 minutes to an hour. This step ensures the rice cooks evenly and achieves the desired texture.
Fill the bottom of the steamer with water according to the manufacturer's instructions and begin heating it to create steam.
Drain the soaked brown rice and transfer it to a heat-safe bowl or rice steaming tray that fits inside your steamer.
Add 2 cups of water to the bowl or tray containing the rice.
Place the bowl or tray into the steamer, ensuring it is positioned securely, and cover the steamer with its lid.
Steam the brown rice for 40-45 minutes. Avoid removing the lid during this time, as doing so can release the steam needed for consistent cooking.
Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the lid and check the rice for doneness. The grains should be tender but retain a slight chewiness.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then let it rest for 5 minutes off the heat before serving.
Serve the brown rice as a side dish or use it as a base for your favorite bowls, stir-fries, or curries. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
