To cook white rice perfectly on the stovetop, use a ratio of 1 cup of white rice to 1.5 cups of water. Bring the water and rice to a simmer over medium- high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Cook for about 13 minutes without stirring or removing the lid until the water is absorbed. Remove the pot from heat and let it rest, still covered, for 10 minutes. Finally, fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Here is a simple step-by- step:
- Measure 1 cup of white rice (short, medium, or long grain).
- Add 1.5 cups water to a saucepan with the rice.
- Bring the water and rice to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook undisturbed for 13 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the rice rest covered for 10 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve.
Additional tips:
- Do not rinse the rice unless concerned about cleanliness; rinsing requires adjusting water slightly.
- Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to keep steam trapped.
- You can also cook rice in the oven or microwave, but stovetop is often preferred for even cooking and texture.
This method yields fluffy, tender white rice ready to serve as a side or part of a dish.
