Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1.5 cups water
- Pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Rinse the Rice: Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps prevent the rice from clumping.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the rinsed rice, water, and salt to a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a Boil: Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Reduce Heat and Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed.
- Rest: Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes. This allows the rice to finish cooking and become fluffy.
- Fluff and Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Tips for Perfect Rice:
- Don’t Peek: Resist the urge to lift the lid during the cooking process, as this can disrupt the steam and affect the texture.
- Water-to-Rice Ratio: The 1.5-to-1 water-to-rice ratio is a reliable standard. However, if you prefer firmer rice, use less water.
- High-Quality Rice: Using high-quality long-grain white rice will produce the best results.