Steamed Rice - Regular Recipe
Regular (serves 4-5)
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place 2 cups of long-grain white rice in a fine-mesh strainer or bowl. Rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear, about 2-3 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Measure Water
In a medium-sized pot, measure 4 cups of water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to enhance the flavor of the rice.
- 3
Boil Water
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Make sure to watch the pot to prevent it from boiling over.
- 4
Add Rice
Once the water is boiling, carefully add the rinsed rice to the pot. Stir once to separate any clumps of rice.
- 5
Simmer Rice
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. Let the rice simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
- 6
