Steamed White Rice
Master the art of fluffy, perfectly cooked Steamed White Rice with this simple yet essential recipe. Featuring just three ingredients—jasmine, basmati, or long-grain white rice, water, and optional salt—this quick and reliable method ensures grains that are tender and separate every time. Learn the importance of rinsing away excess starch for that classic, light texture and discover how a gentle simmer and resting period lock in moisture for optimal results. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile side pairs seamlessly with a variety of dishes, from savory stir-fries to hearty curries. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this go-to recipe will elevate your home-cooked meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice (jasmine, basmati, or long-grain)
- 1.5 cups water
- 0.25 teaspoons salt (optional)
Instructions
Place the white rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cold running water. Gently stir with your hands to remove excess starch until the water runs clear. This step is key for fluffy rice.
Transfer the rinsed rice to a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Add 1.5 cups of water to the saucepan and optionally add 0.25 teaspoons of salt if you'd like seasoned rice.
Place the saucepan on the stove and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, uncovered.
Once the water boils, quickly reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with the lid.
Allow the rice to simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time to prevent steam from escaping.
After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains before serving.
Serve the steamed rice warm as a side dish or base for your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 563 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 70 mg | 1% | |
*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.
