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How to Cook Rice on the Stove Recipe

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Learn how to perfectly cook white rice on the stove using a simple and foolproof method. This recipe guides you through rinsing, boiling, simmering, and resting to achieve fluffy, tender rice every time. Suitable for long, medium, or short grain white rice, this basic technique can be a foundation for countless dishes.

Ingredients

Rice and Water

  • 1 cup white rice (long, medium, or short grain)
  • 1 1/2 cups filtered water (use 1.25 cups for short grain rice)

Seasoning and Flavoring

  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp unsalted butter or olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse Rice: Rinse your rice in a colander under cold running water for 30-60 seconds until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then drain thoroughly.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, add the rinsed rice, water, sea salt, and butter or olive oil if using. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat without stirring.
  3. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 18 minutes for long or medium grain rice, or 15 minutes for short grain rice. Do not lift the lid during this time; you should hear faint simmering sounds.
  4. Rest: Remove the saucepan from heat and keep it covered. Let the rice rest for 5 minutes to allow steam to finish cooking the grains evenly.
  5. Fluff and Serve: Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving hot.

Notes

  • Using filtered water helps ensure clean flavor in the cooked rice.
  • Adjust water quantity slightly depending on rice grain type for best texture.
  • Adding butter or olive oil enhances flavor and prevents sticking but is optional.
  • Do not stir rice while cooking to avoid a gummy texture.
  • Letting rice rest covered is crucial for perfect fluffiness.

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