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How to Microwave Long Grain Rice

how to cook brown rice in microwave - learn how to cook long grain brown rice easily in the microwave. Cooking brown rice is much easier than you think!

Cook Time
mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 143 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. bag of Long Grain Rice (I prefer brown rice) 1 lb bag Long Grain Rice (I prefer brown rice)
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons butter or margarine
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Combine rice, water, and butter in a large microwaveable safe container. You DO NOT need a lid. I used a 4 liter corning ware dish.
  2. Microwave on HIGH for 10 minutes. Do NOT stir.
  3. Microwave on MEDIUM-LOW (or 50%) for another 15 minutes.
  4. Season with salt a pepper and fluff with a fork before serving.
  5. I used a 1200 watt microwave, so you may need to adjust your cooking time slightly depending on the wattage of your microwave.

Notes

  • You will love this recipe and the shortcut it helps you in making this side dish.

Nutrition Information

Calories 143kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 30g (10%) Protein 2g (4%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 12mg (1%) Potassium 43mg (1%) Vitamin A 20IU (0%) Calcium 13mg (1%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 143

% Daily Value*

Calories 143kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 30g 10%
Protein 2g 4%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 12mg 1%
Potassium 43mg 1%
Vitamin A 20IU 0%
Calcium 13mg 1%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.