Brown Rice Recipe
Brown rice available in small or large sizes.
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Ingredients
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Small size
Large size
Method
Small size
- 1
Rinse 1 cup brown rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove surface starch.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 2 cups water, and 0.25 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 3
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–35 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the grains are tender.
- 4
Remove from heat and let the pot stand, still covered, for 5–10 minutes.
- 5
Large size
- 6
Rinse 2 cups brown rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove surface starch.
- 7
In a large saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 4 cups water, and 0.5 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 8
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40–45 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the grains are tender.
- 9
Remove from heat and let the pot stand, still covered, for 5–10 minutes.
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