How To Cook Rice

Knowing how to cook rice so that it comes out light and fluffy can take a bit of skill. Begin by rinsing the rice in water before cooking. This removes excess starch and helps to prevent the rice from sticking.

How long to cook the rice is often a common question asked by many cooks. Add 2 cups of water to the pan for every cup of rice. Bring rice to a boil. Cooking time will vary depending on the kind of rice you are preparing. Brown rice requires about twice the cooking time than white rice does, although long grain rice is a popular healthy choice these days. Turn the stove to low heat and put the lid on tight. Simmer rice for another 15 to 30 minutes. After removing the pan from the heat, keep the lid on for another 5 minutes so that the rice can absorb any remaining water. Use a fork to fluff the rice and then serve.

Some alternatives for adding more flavor to rice is to cook the rice in broth instead of water. You can also cook rice in one-part water and one-part apple juice or tomato juice. If you are looking for a more delicate flavor, stir in just a pinch of nutmeg or add a cinnamon stick to the water as you cook the rice.