When it comes to rice, there are two kinds of households: one in which there’s always a pot of hot rice around, and one where rice is around, well, sometimes.
If you are reading this, I’m guessing your household is the latter. And we’re here to help! There is no magic when it comes to cooking white rice. Just a few helpful hints.FEATURED VIDEOhttps://imasdk.googleapis.com/js/core/bridge3.510.1_debug_en.html#goog_2157938160 seconds of 58 seconde volume 0% How To Make Rice in the Instant Pot
This recipe gives you the total scoop on how to cook long-grain white rice, that lovely pantry staple. Seriously, all you’d ever want to know is contained in this post, like a rice-making kit wherein you provide the rice and water.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 3/4 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
Method
Rinse the rice:
Put the rice in a wire mesh sieve or strainer and rinse it under cold water for about 30 seconds, or until the water runs clear. Swish it around to get the excess water off.
- Combine the rice and liquid:In a medium saucepan (about 2 quarts), combine the rice and water. Add the salt, if using.
- Cover and bring to a boil:Put on the lid. Turn the heat to medium-high and bring the rice to a boil. The liquid can quickly boil over and make a big mess, so watch the pot for steam, or listen for the lid making jiggling sounds.
Turn down the heat and set the timer:
Once the rice comes to a boil, set a timer for 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low, or as low as it can go while still maintaining a very gentle simmer (look for wisps of steam around the lid). It’s okay to take off the lid a few times to check on the progress of the rice but try to keep it to a minimum.
Turn off the burner and let the rice steam:
Turn off the heat. Let the rice sit with the lid on for 10 minutes so it can steam. Even though the pot is not on the heat, this is part of your cooking time. It’s what makes the rice nice and fluffy, like restaurant rice.
Fluff and serve:
Use a fork or spoon to fluff the rice before serving it.