Perfect Rice Everytime
Achieve flawlessly fluffy, perfectly cooked rice every time with this foolproof recipe! Designed to take the stress out of preparing long-grain white rice, this method ensures tender, non-sticky grains with minimal effort. By rinsing the rice to remove excess starch and using the perfect water-to-rice ratio, you’ll enjoy a light, airy texture ideal for pairing with your favorite curries, stir-fries, or hearty stews. With just 5 minutes of prep and a gentle simmering technique, this recipe is quick, versatile, and beginner-friendly. Add a touch of butter for extra richness or keep it simple—the choice is yours. Say goodbye to mushy or undercooked rice and hello to your go-to method for “perfect rice every time.”
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice
- 2 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Butter (optional)
Instructions
Measure 1 cup of long-grain white rice and rinse it thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
In a medium-sized pot with a tight-fitting lid, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water is boiling, add 0.5 teaspoon of salt. If you prefer, you can also stir in 1 tablespoon of butter for added flavor.
Add the rinsed rice to the boiling water and give it a quick stir to ensure the grains are evenly distributed.
Lower the heat to the lowest setting and cover the pot with the lid. Allow the rice to simmer undisturbed for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking, as this will release steam and affect the final texture.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. This steaming step ensures the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.
Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains before serving.
Serve hot as a base for curries, stir-fries, or as a simple side dish. Enjoy your perfectly cooked rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
362 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.1 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 73 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.
