How To Cook Perfect Rice Every Time

The Universal Rule (most white rice)

Ratio: 1 cup rice : 2 cups water
Heat: Bring to boil → cover → low simmer
Time: ~15–18 minutes
Rest: 5 minutes (this matters!)

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Step-by-Step (Perfect White Rice)

1. Rinse the rice

   • Rinse under cold water until the water runs mostly clear

   • This removes excess starch → fluffy, not gummy

2. Measure properly

   • 1 cup rice

   • 2 cups water (or broth for extra flavor)

3. Bring to a boil

   • Add rice, water, and a pinch of salt

   • Bring to a rolling boil uncovered

4. Cover & simmer

   • Lower heat to very low

   • Cover tightly (no peeking!)

   • Cook 15–18 minutes

5. Turn off heat & rest

   • Leave covered for 5 minutes

   • This lets steam finish the job

6. Fluff

   • Use a fork, not a spoon

Boom. Perfect rice 🍚

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Ratios for Different Rice Types

Rice Type	Water Ratio	Time
Basmati	1 : 1.5	12–15 min
Jasmine	1 : 1.75	15 min
Short-grain	1 : 2	18–20 min
Brown rice	1 : 2.5	40–45 min
Sushi rice	1 : 1.25	15 min

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Pro Tips Most People Skip

• Salt the water (rice without salt tastes flat)

• Don’t stir while cooking (breaks grains)

• Lid must seal well (steam = cooking power)

• Resting is non-negotiable

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No-Stress Method (for beginners)

The Pasta Method

1. Boil a large pot of salted water

2. Add rice

3. Cook until tender

4. Drain like pasta

5. Rest 5 minutes

Not traditional—but extremely forgiving.

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