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Ingredients
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White Rice
Brown Rice
Method
White Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the white rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed white rice, 2 cups of water, and 0.5 tsp of salt.
- 3
Bring to a Boil
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- 4
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed.
- 5
Brown Rice
- 6
Rinse the Rice
Place the brown rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear.
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed brown rice, 2.5 cups of water, and 0.5 tsp of salt.
- 8
Bring to a Boil
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- 9
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it simmer for 40-45 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed.
- 10
