How to Cook Rice on the Stove

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5 from 4 votes

Here’s a foolproof way to make the perfect fluffy basmati rice on the stovetop. Easy, simple, and perfect each time.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: ingredient, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Halal

Skill Level: Beginner

Servings:

Author: Rena

Ingredients

1 cup Basmati rice
1¾ cup Water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or neutral oil
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, add the 1 cup Basmati rice and 1¾ cup Waterold water. Use your hands and gently rub the rice between them to clean them. Drain and repeat the process until the water is no longer cloudy.
Thoroughly drain the rice using a fine-mesh strainer before adding the rice to a pot with the 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1¾ cup Water.
Bring the pot to a boil on high heat, then lower the heat, cover it with your lid, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. It’s done when all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender. If not, add a splash of water and simmer a few more minutes until the rice is tender. Do not lift your lid before this; try to only check on your rice once, as opening the lid lets all the steam escape.
Keeping the lid on, remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for 5-7 minutes before fluffing it with a fork or spatula and serving.

Notes

Serving size: 1/2 cup of cooked rice

Yields: 3 cups

Substitutes:

Use any long-grain white rice
You can use neutral oil instead of butter, or skip completely

Storage:

Place leftovers in a container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to eat. You can freeze for up to 6 months.

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