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A bowl of cooked white basmati rice garnished with chopped herbs, placed on a white plate with a blurred background.
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Making Rice Without the Hassle

Cooking perfect white rice is easier than it looks when you know the right method. With a few simple steps, you can make fluffy, tender rice on the stovetop without using a rice cooker.
Course Side Dish, Sides
Cuisine American, International
Keyword basmati rice, brown rice, cook brown rice, cook rice, cook the rice, cook time, cook white rice, cup of rice, fluffy rice, fried rice, grain rice, make rice, microwave, perfect rice, rice cooker, rice on the stove, rice recipe, type of rice, water to rice, white rice
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 81kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°Fahrenheit (180°Celsius) and have the rice, water, oil, and pot ready.
  • Rinse the rice until the water runs clear, then drain well.
  • Cook the rice in a little oil for a few minutes until lightly golden.
  • Add the water, season with salt and pepper, cover, and bring to a gentle boil.
  • Bake covered for 40 minutes, rest 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.

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Notes

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This helps distribute heat evenly and prevents the rice from burning at the bottom. A tight-fitting lid is also important to trap steam for even cooking.
  • Let the rice rest after cooking: Once the heat is off, leave the lid on and let the rice sit for 10 minutes. This extra time helps the rice finish cooking through steam and results in fluffier grains.
  • Avoid stirring the rice while it cooks: Stirring can break the grains and make the rice sticky. Just let it simmer undisturbed until it’s done.
  • Try different types of rice: Basmati rice, jasmine grain rice, or cooked brown rice all have different water to rice ratios and cook times. Read the package instructions and adjust accordingly for perfect results every time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.2mg