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White Rice (Stovetop Method)

Foolproof stovetop white rice: This method combines measurements and my mom's simple finger trick for perfectly fluffy results every single time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Soaking Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 7 servings
Calories 121 kcal
Protein2 g
Fiber1 g
Fat0.2 g
Carbohydrates27 g

Equipment

  • Pot with lid
  • Strainer

Ingredients
 
 

For White Rice:

  • 1 cup white rice rinsed 2-3 times, about 220g
  • 2 cups water for cooking

Instructions
 

Prepare the Rice:

  • Rinse 1 cup white rice under water 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
    Rinse Rice under water 2-3 times

Cook the Rice:

  • Add 2 cups water. The water level should be just under the first line of your index finger when placed upright in the pot. Soak the rice in fresh water for at least 15 minutes.
    use the index finger trick to fill the water to cook white rice
  • Place the pot on high heat and bring the water to a boil.
    Bring the water to boil on high speed to cook white rice
  • As the water level comes down to the level of the rice, reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
    cooking white rice until water starts to come to the same level

Final Steps:

  • Turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 15 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork and serve hot.
    white rice almost done with evaporated water

Notes

One cup of rice is about 220g which yields ~720g of cooked white rice.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
White Rice (Stovetop Method)
Serving Size
 
1 bowl (100g)
Amount per Serving
Calories
121
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Fat
 
0.2
g
0
%
Sodium
 
4
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
26
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
3
mg
0
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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