Steamed Rice Recipe
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Ingredients
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Rice
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the long-grain white rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water. Rinse until the water runs clear, about 1-2 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Measure Water
In a medium saucepan, measure out 2 cups of water. This will be used to steam the rice.
- 3
Add Salt
Add 0.5 teaspoon of salt to the measured water. Stir gently to dissolve the salt.
Cooking
- 4
Combine Rice and Water
After rinsing, add the rinsed rice to the saucepan with salted water.
- 5
Bring to Boil
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low.
- 6
Cover and Simmer
Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and let the rice simmer on low heat for about 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking, as this allows steam to escape.
- 7
Check Rice
After 18 minutes, check the rice. If all the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender, it’s done. If not, cover and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 8
