PERFECT COOKED RICE
Provided by Eileen Yin-Fei Lo
Categories Rice Side Christmas Low Fat Lunar New Year Christmas Eve Fat Free Sugar Conscious Low Sugar Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 1/2 to 5 cups of rice
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place rice in a pot with sufficient water to cover. Wash rice three times in the cold water in the pot by rubbing it between your hands. Drain well after washing. Add 15 ounces water to the rice and allow it to rest for 1 hour before cooking. I prefer that so-called old rice be used - rice that has been lying about in sacks for extended periods, for it will absorb water better and will cook easier. (It is often suggested that a ratio of 2 cups of rice to 2 cups of water be used. This is unsatisfactory because it will be too soft.)
- Begin cooking the rice, uncovered, over high heat, by bringing the water to a boil. Stir the rice with the wooden spoon or chopsticks and cook about 4 minutes or until the water is absorbed, or evaporates. Even after the water is gone, the rice will continue to be quite hard. Cover the pot and cook over very low heat for about 8 minutes more, stirring the rice from time to time.
- Turn off the heat and loosen the rice with the wooden spoon or chopsticks. This will help it retain its fluffiness. Cover tightly until ready to serve. Just before serving, stir and loosen the rice once again. Well-cooked rice will have absorbed the water but will not be lumpy, nor will the kernels stick together. They will be firm and separate. The rice may be kept hot in a warm oven for an hour without drying out.
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Jake Martin
jake.martin@yahoo.comThis recipe is a must-try for any rice lover. It's simple, foolproof, and results in perfect rice every time.
GRACE ONYINYECHI
onyinyechi37@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's made cooking rice so much easier and more enjoyable.
Brian Shazha
shazha_brian@hotmail.frThis recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and the rice always comes out perfect.
Md Siyam Ali
md.s15@yahoo.comI love how this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.
Phenox Gamer
p@aol.comI'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy enough for me to follow. My rice turned out great!
SHELLEY HENRY
henry-s@gmail.comThis recipe is a game-changer! I've been cooking rice for years and this is the first time I've ever gotten it right.
Nubaid Jaman
nubaid.jaman@yahoo.comI've tried a lot of different rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to follow and the rice always comes out perfect.
Nabila Khanom
nabila_k68@gmail.comI love that this recipe is so versatile. I can use it to make any type of rice I want.
Hemji Makwana
h-m87@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and my rice turned out perfect. I'm so happy with this recipe!
JohnKB
johnkb93@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be using it again and again.
Hamad Alsaeed
hamad-a@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's made cooking rice so much easier and more enjoyable.
JIM FF YT
f_jim38@hotmail.frI made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the rice.
CM
cm33@yahoo.comThis recipe is a must-try for any rice lover. It's simple, foolproof, and results in perfect rice every time.
Zarak Durani
z-durani90@aol.comI've been using this recipe for years and it never fails me. It's the only way I make rice now.
BEENISH SARWAR
s@gmail.comThis recipe is a lifesaver! I used to dread cooking rice, but now I can make it perfectly every time. Thank you!
Ras dagiboy
dagiboy.ras@hotmail.co.ukI was skeptical at first, but this recipe really does work! My rice was cooked to perfection.
Md ismail Hossin
h_m4@hotmail.comI've tried so many different rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. The rice comes out fluffy and flavorful every time.
Linda Benamon
b_l3@yahoo.comI love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even my teenage son was able to make perfect rice using it.
Kimberly Kimberly
k.kimberly@yahoo.comAmazing recipe!
Jeannie Horton
j.horton25@gmail.comThis recipe was a game-changer for me! I've been cooking rice for years, but it always came out mushy or undercooked. This method is so simple and foolproof, and it resulted in the perfect rice every time. I've used it to make everything from jasmine