Best 2 Perfect Cooked Rice Recipes

Rice is a staple food for many cultures around the world, and cooking it properly is essential for creating delicious and flavorful dishes. Whether you prefer fluffy white rice, sticky sushi rice, or aromatic basmati rice, there are a few key factors to consider when striving for the perfect cooked rice. From choosing the right type of rice to using the correct cooking method and proportions of liquid, this article will guide you through the process of achieving perfectly cooked rice every time.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

NEVER FAIL PERFECT COOKED RICE

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This is a method that I have used for years and my rice is perfect every time- I will call for Basmati rice (my favorite) in the recipe but any long grain white rice is fine. You can also cook brown rice with this method but it takes a little longer cooking time. I have posted this recipe for 1 person but you may just increase the rice and water for each person. If you use the chicken stock powder don't use a tsp for each person if say you are cooking rice for 6 don't go over 1 tbsp Pre soaking your rice removes some starch and allows it to cook faster. If you wish add some fresh chopped chives

Provided by Bergy

Categories Long Grain Rice

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1/3 cup basmati rice
3 cups water (apprx)
1 teaspoon chicken stock powder (optional) or 1 teaspoon vegetable stock powder (optional)

Steps:

Measure your rice into a pot and cover it with water until the water is apprx 1/2" over the top of the rice.
Soak the rice for at least 1 hour.
Pour off the water and replace with fresh water,again, the water should be apprx 1/2" over the top of the rice.
Add 1 tsp of stock powder if using.
Bring rice to a boil,uncovered, simmer for apprx 7 minutes, keep checking until the kernels are perfect.
Drain in a sieve and run hot water through it.
Serve now or return to the pot lid on and keep over lowest stove temp until the rest of your dinner is ready.It can sit like this for up to 10 minutes.

PERFECT COOKED RICE

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Provided by Eileen Yin-Fei Lo

Categories Rice Side Christmas Low Fat Lunar New Year Christmas Eve Fat Free Sugar Conscious Low Sugar Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher

Yield Makes 4 1/2 to 5 cups of rice

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

2 cups extra-long-grain rice (rices grown in the southern United States and jasmine rice from Thailand are preferred)
15 ounces cold water

Steps:

Place rice in a pot with sufficient water to cover. Wash rice three times in the cold water in the pot by rubbing it between your hands. Drain well after washing. Add 15 ounces water to the rice and allow it to rest for 1 hour before cooking. I prefer that so-called old rice be used - rice that has been lying about in sacks for extended periods, for it will absorb water better and will cook easier. (It is often suggested that a ratio of 2 cups of rice to 2 cups of water be used. This is unsatisfactory because it will be too soft.)
Begin cooking the rice, uncovered, over high heat, by bringing the water to a boil. Stir the rice with the wooden spoon or chopsticks and cook about 4 minutes or until the water is absorbed, or evaporates. Even after the water is gone, the rice will continue to be quite hard. Cover the pot and cook over very low heat for about 8 minutes more, stirring the rice from time to time.
Turn off the heat and loosen the rice with the wooden spoon or chopsticks. This will help it retain its fluffiness. Cover tightly until ready to serve. Just before serving, stir and loosen the rice once again. Well-cooked rice will have absorbed the water but will not be lumpy, nor will the kernels stick together. They will be firm and separate. The rice may be kept hot in a warm oven for an hour without drying out.

Tips for Cooking Perfect Rice:

Choose the Right Rice: Different types of rice have different cooking requirements and textures. Choose the type of rice that best suits your dish.
Rinse the Rice: Rinsing the rice before cooking removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
Use the Right Amount of Water: The amount of water you use will depend on the type of rice and the cooking method. Generally, a good rule of thumb is to use 1 1/2 cups of water for every cup of rice.
Bring the Water to a Boil: Before adding the rice, bring the water to a boil. This will help the rice cook evenly.
Add the Rice: Once the water is boiling, add the rice and stir gently.
Reduce the Heat: After adding the rice, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer the rice for the recommended amount of time.
Let the Rice Rest: After the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Conclusion:

Cooking perfect rice is a skill that takes practice, but with the right techniques and a little patience, you can achieve perfect results every time. Remember to choose the right type of rice, rinse it before cooking, use the correct amount of water, and cook it over low heat. With these tips, you'll be able to enjoy delicious, fluffy rice that will complement any meal.