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Perfectly Cooked Rice

Master the art of cooking perfect rice with a foolproof method that results in fluffy, flavorful grains every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 205
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Thai jasmine rice (or your rice of choice) Choose high-quality rice; jasmine offers a fragrant aroma.
  • 1 1/4 cups cold or room temperature water Cold water helps achieve the right cooking temperature.
  • 1 pinch Salt Optional, enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon room temperature butter or olive oil Optional, for added richness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the rice in a pot with water, swishing gently, and pour off the cloudy water. Repeat 2-4 times until the water runs mostly clear.
  2. Add 1 1/4 cups of cold water to the rinsed rice.
Cooking
  1. For a rice cooker, press the 'cook' button. For stovetop, bring water to a gentle simmer over medium heat until tiny bubbles form.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover pot, and cook undisturbed for about 20 minutes.
  3. After 20 minutes, check if the bottom of the pot is dry. If there's water left, cook a few more minutes. Turn off heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  4. Fluff the rice with a fork and adjust moisture if needed by adding 2-3 tablespoons of water and cooking on low for an extra 5-10 minutes.

Notes

For best results, rinse rice thoroughly to remove excess starch. Store cooked rice in an airtight container for 4-5 days in the fridge or freeze for longer storage. Can be reheated with additional water to maintain moisture.