Steamed White Rice

Steamed White Rice

Fluffy, tender grains made simple with a basic rinse-and-simmer technique.

Total 30 min Makes 4 servings Calories 170/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Dairy

This method produces light, separate grains of rice using just a saucepan and a tight-fitting lid. Rinsing removes excess starch for a cleaner texture, while a low, steady simmer and a resting period ensure even cooking throughout. It's a versatile side dish that pairs with nearly any main course, from stir-fries to braised meats.

Ingredients

  • 1 cups long-grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoons butter or neutral oil (optional)

Method

  1. Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, swishing with your fingers, until the water runs mostly clear.

  2. Add the rinsed rice, water, salt, and butter or oil (if using) to a 6-quart saucepan and stir briefly to combine.

  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, uncovered.

  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer without lifting the lid.

  5. Remove the pan from the heat and let it stand, covered, so the rice can finish steaming.

  6. Uncover and fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

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Steamed White Rice

This method produces light, separate grains of rice using just a saucepan and a tight-fitting lid. Rinsing removes excess starch for a cleaner texture, while a low, steady simmer and a resting period ensure even cooking throughout. It's a versatile side dish that pairs with nearly any main course, from stir-fries to braised meats.

30 min 4 servings 170 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 cups long-grain white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoons butter or neutral oil (optional)

Method

  1. 1

    Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, swishing with your fingers, until the water runs mostly clear.

  2. 2

    Add the rinsed rice, water, salt, and butter or oil (if using) to a 6-quart saucepan and stir briefly to combine.

  3. 3

    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, uncovered.

  4. 4

    Reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer without lifting the lid.

  5. 5

    Remove the pan from the heat and let it stand, covered, so the rice can finish steaming.

  6. 6

    Uncover and fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.