Best 9 White Rice Cooked Like Pasta Recipes

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Unlock the secrets to transforming ordinary white rice into a delectable pasta-like dish! In this article, we'll guide you through the culinary art of cooking white rice with the texture of pasta. Discover innovative methods and simple techniques to achieve that perfect al dente bite and tantalizing flavor. Whether you're looking to add variety to your everyday meals or impress your friends and family with a unique culinary creation, this article has everything you need to master the art of rice-cooked-like-pasta.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOW TO COOK RICE LIKE PASTA



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Adapted from here.

Provided by Brandon Matzek

Number Of Ingredients 4

Water
Kosher salt
1 cup rice, thoroughly rinsed
1 1/2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water 3/4 full, and bring to a boil over high heat. Season the water with a few big pinches of salt. It should taste like sea water. Stir in the rice, drop the heat to medium, and cook uncovered until al dente, stirring occasionally. For white rice, start checking for doneness (tasting) at 7 minutes. For me, white rice is usually done around 8 minutes. For brown rice, start checking for doneness at 25 minutes. For me, brown rice is usually done around 27 minutes.*
  • Drain the rice and return it back to the same pot set over the lowest heat possible. Stir in butter and a pinch of salt. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes, stirring once after 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and season to taste with additional salt.

WHITE RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Getting fluffy, fully-cooked white rice without burning the bottom isn't hard, but there are a few steps to make the process a little easier. You'll always want to rinse white rice in a sieve until the water is clear to remove excess starch that can make the rice gummy and unevenly cooked. You should also let the rice steam for five minutes before you fluff with a fork, so that the rice doesn't dry out or get clumpy. Enjoy your now-perfect rice!

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup long grain rice
1 ¾ cups water
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Rinse the rice in a sieve three times, or until the water runs clear.
  • Add the water and salt to a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Add the rice and stir, letting the water come to a boil again.
  • Place the lid on the saucepan and lower the heat to a simmer. Simmer for 18 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and let the rice steam for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 0 grams

PERFECT WHITE RICE



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Make perfect white rice every time with this recipe from "Martha Stewart's Cooking School."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in rice and salt and return to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid, 16 to 18 minutes (check only toward the end of cooking time). The rice should be studded with craters, or steam holes, when it is ready.
  • Remove from heat and let steam, covered, for 10 minutes. Then fluff with a fork and serve.

RICE PASTA



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MY FRIEND shared this recipe with me several years ago. It is a good side dish that compliments chicken, pork and beef. It's a big hit whenever I serve it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup uncooked egg noodles or vermicelli, broken into small pieces
1-1/3 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter. Add rice and noodles; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender and broth is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 737mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PERFECT WHITE RICE



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It is possible to make perfectly fluffy white rice on the stovetop. Sauteing the rice first helps keep the rice grains separate. Keeping the pot covered for the entire cooking time traps the steam which is necessary for properly cooking the rice, and is very important. The last 5 minutes off the heat allow the rice to finish in the residual steam, without burning the bottom.

Provided by zeebee

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
2 cups water
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and stir to coat. Cook until rice grains begin to turn opaque, 1 to 2 minutes; do not brown. Add water and salt.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
  • Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 296.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

COOK RICE LIKE PASTA!



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This is an absolutely Foolproof way to get perfect rice every time.My mother-in-law, taught me this way many moons ago. She always used this method when making Gumbo as weel as Red Beans and Rice, since both are served over plain cooked white rice. I now also do the same with brown rice.The measurements I give below are just an example and can be reduced or multiplied. I was asked to post it because of a dicussion we had in Q&A about rinsing rice.

Provided by Koechin Chef

Categories     Low Protein

Time 17m

Yield 4 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 quarts water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 cups long grain white rice
2 teaspoons white vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to a rolling boil and pour in the rice. Stir well. Think about the way you would cook Pasta. This is exactly the same method.
  • Lower the heat slightly and stir several times during cooking. Taste a few kernels after about 12 minutes. Some rice, like brown rice can take up to 20 minutes, but my white rice is always done in 12-15 minutes. Drain the rice into a sieve or collander and rinse with water. You will have wonderful seperate kernels of rice.
  • Bringing the water to a boil is not figured into prep. time.

PASTA METHOD FOR BOILING RICE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 cup long-grain white rice

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add rice. Lower to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until rice is cooked through, about 11 minutes. Drain rice and return to the same pot. Cook rice over very low heat, stirring constantly, until excess water has evaporated, about 1 minute. Fluff with a fork and serve.

WHITE RICE COOKED LIKE PASTA



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rigorous boil. Rinse the rice well (we will be using jasmine). Add the rice, butter, and salt to the boiling water and cook it like pasta (it will not stick to the bottom of the pot). Drain in a colander once the rice is al dente or nearly done. It will carry-over cook slightly. Spread out on a sheet tray to cool.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 0

WHITE RICE COOKED LIKE PASTA



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rigorous boil. Rinse the rice well (we will be using jasmine). Add the rice, butter, and salt to the boiling water and cook it like pasta (it will not stick to the bottom of the pot). Drain in a colander once the rice is al dente or nearly done. It will carry-over cook slightly. Spread out on a sheet tray to cool.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 0

Tips:

  • Use high-quality rice: Choose a medium or short-grain rice, such as Arborio or Carnaroli, for the best results.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly: This will remove any excess starch and help the rice cook evenly.
  • Use a large pot: The rice will expand as it cooks, so be sure to use a pot that is at least twice the volume of the rice.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice: This will help to prevent the rice from sticking to the pot.
  • Stir the rice occasionally: This will help to prevent the rice from clumping together.
  • Cook the rice for the recommended time: This will vary depending on the type of rice you are using.
  • Let the rice rest for a few minutes before serving: This will allow the rice to absorb any excess moisture.

Conclusion:

Cooking white rice like pasta is a great way to add variety to your meals. This method produces a rice that is tender and fluffy, with a slightly chewy texture. It is perfect for salads, soups, and stews. With a few simple tips, you can easily cook white rice like a pro. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook rice, give this method a try. You won't be disappointed!

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