How to Cook Rice
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How to Cook Rice
Description
How to Cook Rice walks through preparing white rice by first rinsing it thoroughly to remove surface starch, which helps prevent clumping. The rice is then boiled in a measured amount of water with kosher salt, covered and simmered gently without disturbing until fully cooked. The resting step off the heat while still covered lets the steam finish cooking the rice evenly. The texture is tender and fluffy rather than sticky. This method produces a reliable plain white rice dish that can be served alongside a variety of main courses or incorporated into other recipes.
The rinsing step is important for removing starch that can make rice gummy. Cooking uncovered or stirring during cooking is avoided to keep the rice from becoming mushy. The kosher salt in the cooking water seasons the rice lightly. After cooking, fluffing with a fork separates the grains before serving.
Cooked rice can be refrigerated and stored for several days to use as leftovers. This recipe is straightforward and practical, focused on producing consistently good white rice whether for daily meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice
- 1 ½ cups water
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine the rice with a few cups of cool water in a bowl. Swirl the rice in the water with your fingers to remove the excess starch. Drain, then rinse once more, and drain again.
- In a pot large enough to hold the amount of rice you're cooking, bring the water to a boil. A two-quart pot is sufficient unless you're using more than two cups of rice.
- Stir in the rice and kosher salt. Bring back to a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cover with a lid. Cook for 20 minutes (depending on the type of rice and the package instructions). Resist the urge to remove the lid or stir your rice before it's done.
- Remove the rice from the heat and while still covered with the lid, allow the rice to rest for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Before serving, fluff rice with a fork to break up the grains. Store cooked rice in the fridge for several days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 169kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 297mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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