To cook rice on the stove, follow these steps:
- Rinse the rice under cold running water to remove excess starch (optional but recommended).
- Measure the rice and water; typically use 1 cup of rice to 1.5 cups of water for white rice.
- Bring the water (with a little butter or oil if desired) to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Stir in the rice, cover the pot with a tight lid, and reduce the heat to the lowest setting.
- Let the rice simmer gently without lifting the lid or stirring for about 15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes to steam.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.
This method works for most white rice types including long grain, medium grain, jasmine, and basmati rice.
Would a more detailed recipe or tips for specific rice types be helpful?
