Jul 13 2026

White Jasmine Rice Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make White Jasmine Rice Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    Measure 1 cup of jasmine rice and place it in a fine-mesh strainer. Rinse the rice under cold running water for about 1-2 minutes, or until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed jasmine rice, 1.5 cups of water, and 0.5 tsp of salt. If you are using butter or oil, add 1 tablespoon at this stage.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Bring to Boil

    Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, give it a quick stir to make sure the rice isn’t sticking to the bottom.

  2. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as the steam is essential for cooking the rice.

  3. 5

    Fluff and Serve

    After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes. Once rested, remove the lid, fluff the rice with a fork, and serve.

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