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How to Cook White Rice
Knowing How to Cook White Rice so it comes out perfectly tender and fluffy couldn't be easier! The process depends on two simple things—understanding the right ratio of water to rice and rinsing the rice before cooking.
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 130 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 1 cup white rice long grain
- 1 ⅔ cup water or broth
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- 1 Tbsp. butter or oil, optional
Instructions
- Rinse Rice: Add the rice to a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cool running water for 1-2 minutes, or until it runs clear.
- Add to Pot: Add all ingredients to a medium-sized saucepan or pot over high heat. Bring everything to a rapid boil- you want to see it foaming on the top and actively bubbling.
- Cover, Cook, and Rest: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot with a lid, and cook for 12 minutes. Remove the rice from the heat and let sit for 5-10 minutes before taking off the lid. Fluff the rice using a fork and serve!
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Notes
- Serving: A serving size equals ½ cup cooked rice. (1 cup uncooked rice will yield ~3 cups cooked.
- Rinse: Be sure to run the rice under water before adding to the pot.
- Storage: White rice that has been cooked will keep well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 to 5 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze leftover rice in a freezer-safe bag or storage container for up to 4 to 6 months. For ease of use, place individual servings in bags before freezing.
- Reheating: The best way to warm up leftover rice is the microwave. Be sure to add a few tablespoons of water to help rehydrate it. Warm it 30 seconds at a time, stirring between, until soft and heated through.
Nutrition Information
Calories
130kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
5mg
(2%)
Sodium
180mg
(8%)
Potassium
36mg
(1%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
0.04g
(0%)
Vitamin A
62IU
(1%)
Calcium
11mg
(1%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 36mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.04g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 62IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.