Jun 08 2026

Rice Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    Place the white rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch for fluffier rice.

  2. 2

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 1 tsp of salt to the boiling water.

  3. 3

    Cook the Rice

    Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed rice to the saucepan. Stir briefly to prevent sticking, then cover the saucepan with a lid.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low and let the rice simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.

  5. 5

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil before serving.

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