Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsWild Ginger Downtown SeattleJasmine White Rice Or California Brown Rice (v) (gf) Recipe

Jasmine White Rice Or California Brown Rice (v) (gf) Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Make Jasmine White Rice Or California Brown Rice (v) (gf) Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Rice

Brown Rice Option

Seasoning (optional)

Method

Cooking Jasmine Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil.

  3. 3

    Add Rice

    Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed jasmine rice and stir briefly.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.

  5. 5

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve. Optionally, add salt and olive oil or butter before serving.

Cooking Brown Rice

  1. 6

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the California brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

  2. 7

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

  3. 8

    Add Rice

    Once the water is boiling, add the rinsed brown rice and stir briefly.

  4. 9

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.

  5. 10

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve. Optionally, add salt and olive oil or butter before serving.

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