How to Make White Rice

Name: How to Make White Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 1 cup white rice (long or short grain); ¼ tsp kosher salt (optional); 1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional); Chopped fresh cilantro parsley or herbs of choice (optional)

I share my tips for how to cook white rice so it turns out perfect and fluffy (never soggy!) every time. This method won't let you down!

⏱ 40 min 🔨 Prep 5min 🔥 Cook 20min 📊 Medium 🍽 3 servings 👁 11

Ingredients

3 servings

2 cups water
1 cup white rice (long or short grain)
¼ tsp kosher salt (optional)
1 tbsp unsalted butter (optional)
Chopped fresh cilantro parsley or herbs of choice (optional)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Rinse the rice. Place rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until water runs clear.
Once the water is boiling, add rice, salt, and butter (if using). Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and cover. Allow the rice to simmer, adjusting the heat as needed to maintain that simmer, for about 18-20 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid or stirring the rice during this time, as it can disrupt the cooking process.
Once the rice is fully cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit for 5-10 minutes with the lid still on. This will allow the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and become fluffy.
After 10 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Top with herbs as desired.