Rice Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the long-grain rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for about 1-2 minutes. This helps to remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming gummy.
- 2
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Stir occasionally to ensure the rice doesn’t stick to the bottom.
- 3
Simmer the Rice
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking, as this will release steam and may affect the cooking process.
- 4
Rest the Rice
After 18-20 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat while keeping the lid on. Let the rice rest for 5 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice and makes for a fluffier texture.
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