How To Cook: White Rice on the Stove

Summary

This video provides a simple, step-by-step guide to cooking perfect rice using a 3-quart saucepan. It starts by boiling water, adding salt, and stirring in long-grain white rice. The rice is then simmered on low heat for 17 minutes, covered to retain steam. After cooking, the rice is rested, fluffed with a fork, and allowed to release excess steam. With easy-to-follow instructions, this method guarantees light, fluffy rice every time. Ideal for beginners and anyone looking to perfect their rice-cooking skills.

Takeaways

• 😀 Use a three-quart saucepan for cooking rice.
• 😀 Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring it to a boil over high heat.
• 😀 Once boiling, add ½ teaspoon of salt to the water.
• 😀 Stir in 1 cup of long-grain white rice (no need to rinse it beforehand).
• 😀 After the water boils again, give the rice a quick stir, then cover the pot.
• 😀 Lower the heat to keep the rice simmering lightly and cook for 17 minutes.
• 😀 Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to preserve steam.
• 😀 After 17 minutes, check that the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed.
• 😀 Remove from heat and let the rice rest for a few minutes with the lid on.
• 😀 Fluff the rice with a fork after resting and let it sit a couple more minutes to release excess steam.
• 😀 Your rice is ready to serve and enjoy!

Q & A

What size saucepan is recommended for this recipe?

A three-quart saucepan is recommended, as it is a common and appropriate size for cooking rice with the specified amount of water and rice.

Do I need to rinse the rice before cooking?

No, the rice is not rinsed before cooking in this recipe, as mentioned in the instructions.

How much water should I use for cooking the rice?

You should add two cups of water to the saucepan.

What type of rice is used in this recipe?

The recipe uses long grain white rice.

When should I add salt to the rice?

Half a teaspoon of salt should be added to the water as soon as it starts boiling.

How long should the rice be simmered?

The rice should be simmered for about 17 minutes with the lid on and the heat turned down to low.

Why should I avoid removing the lid while cooking?

Removing the lid will release steam, which is important for cooking the rice properly. Keeping the lid on helps to ensure the rice cooks evenly.

What should I do after the rice finishes cooking?

After the rice has cooked and absorbed all the water, remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes with the lid on.

How should I fluff the rice once it's done resting?

After resting for a few minutes, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.

Why is it important to let the rice rest before serving?

Letting the rice rest allows any excess steam to escape and helps the rice achieve the right texture before serving.