Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsNico's KailuaWhite Or Brown Rice Recipe

White Or Brown Rice Recipe

Inspired by Nico's Kailua
Time1h
Serves2

(1 scoop)

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Ingredients

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Rice

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    For White Rice

    Rinse 1 cup of white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Cooking White Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

  3. 3

    For Brown Rice

    Rinse 1 cup of brown rice under cold water. In a separate saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 2.5 cups of water, and 0.5 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Cooking Brown Rice

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 40-45 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

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