Rice Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice

   Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes, or until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.

2. 2

   Boil the water

   In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the salt and butter or oil if using.

3. 3

   Add the rice

   Once the water is boiling, stir in the rinsed rice. Let the water come back to a gentle boil.

4. 4

   Simmer the rice

   Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer gently for 18–20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking.

5. 5

   Let the rice rest

   After 18–20 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice and improves the texture.

6. 6

   Fluff and serve

   Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork to separate the grains. Serve warm.