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Baked White Rice

This Baked White Rice recipe is the easiest way to make perfect, fluffy rice every time.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 230 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 700 g (3 ½ cups) jasmine rice
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter or cooking oil
  • 5 ¼ cups hot water

Instructions

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  1. Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Butter a 13x9-inch baking dish. Spread the rice evenly in the prepared dish.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine 5 ¼ cups of water with 2 teaspoons of salt, stirring until dissolved. Pour the salted water over the rice. Cover the baking dish tightly with a double layer of aluminum foil.
  3. Bake for 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and all the water has been absorbed.
  4. Remove the dish from the oven and uncover it. Fluff the rice with a fork, scraping up any rice stuck to the bottom.
  5. If the rice is still slightly undercooked, re-cover it with foil and let it rest for 5 to 10 more minutes. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Make Ahead & Freezing
  • Make Ahead & Freezing
  • Make Ahead: Store cooked rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water in the microwave or on the stovetop to restore moisture.
  • Make Ahead: Store cooked rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of water in the microwave or on the stovetop to restore moisture.
  • Freezing: Cool the rice completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • Freezing: Cool the rice completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.