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How to Make White Rice
Learn how to make perfectly fluffy white rice on the stovetop every time with this easy, foolproof method. No rice cooker needed!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
178 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice jasmine or basmati
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil optional
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon saltand 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional). Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover with a lid and reduce heat to low.
- Cook over low heat for 15 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during cooking.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. This helps the rice finish steaming and improves texture.
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve warm.
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Notes
- Olive oil can be added to help prevent sticking. You can also use butter if you prefer.
- Medium-Grain White Rice (Calrose, Valencia, Bomba): 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups of water per 1 cup of rice. Cook time is around 15 to 18 minutes.
- Short-Grain White Rice (Sushi Rice, Glutinous Rice, Sweet Rice): Use 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups of water per 1 cup of rice. Cook time is about 18 to 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
Serving
0.5cup
Calories
178kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
299mg
(12%)
Potassium
53mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Calcium
17mg
(2%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5cup | |
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 299mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 53mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.