Steamed Rice Recipe

Cooking the Rice

1. 1

   Rinse the Rice

   Start by rinsing the long-grain white rice under cold water to remove excess starch. Place the rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse until the water runs clear.

2. 2

   Combine Ingredients

   In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Stir gently to ensure that the salt is evenly distributed.

3. 3

   Bring to a Boil

   Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Keep an eye on it to prevent overflowing.

4. 4

   Simmer

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for about 18-20 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time to retain steam.

5. 5

   Fluff and Serve

   After 18-20 minutes, remove the pot from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes. Then, use a fork to fluff the rice before serving.