HOW TO COOK PERFECT BROWN RICE ON THE STOVE
Learning how to cook brown rice is like scrambling eggs or cooking a juicy chicken breast-it's one of those essential culinary skills that every home cook should master. When gently simmered on the stovetop, brown rice makes a perfect whole grain base for veggie-packed burrito bowls, stir fries, and stuffed peppers. It's also an endlessly versatile side that pairs well with just about any protein or vegetable. Follow our basic stovetop method to make ultra-fluffy brown rice, every single time. But first-take these 5 trusted tips for perfect rice to heart: Stick to the Ratio. The secret to cooking perfect brown rice lies in one easy ratio: 1 cup brown rice to 2 ½ cups liquid. Swear by it, and you'll never make sad, mushy rice again. (Our recipe uses a combo of chicken stock and water, but you can also use vegetable stock.) Simmer Means Simmer. Keep your rice humming along at a steady simmer to prevent the bottom from burning. You'll know if you need to crank the heat down if you notice excess steam escaping through the lid of the pan. No Peeking. Resist the urge to remove the lid while your rice is cooking-doing so lets out precious steam that helps gently cook the rice. Choose the Right Pan. Use a saucepan that's too small, and the liquid is likely to spill over during cooking. For 1 cup of rice, a 2-quart, medium-sized saucepan does the trick. Don't Forget to Rest. The same resting rules for chicken or steak also apply to rice. Allowing the rice to cool for several minutes with the lid on gives it a firmer texture (and prevents it from burning the roof of your mouth).
Provided by Cooking Light
Time 50m
Yield Serves 5 (serving size: about ¾ cup)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add oil, swirling to coat pan. Add rice and toast until fragrant, shaking pan occasionally, about 5 minutes.
- Add water, broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer and cover.
- Simmer until water has evaporated, about 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from heat, keep pan covered, and let rice cool about 10 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork, mix in parsley, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 1 g
HOW TO COOK PERFECT WHITE RICE:
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, add rice and cover with cold water until about 2 inches over the top of rice. Drain out the water to help remove the starch and talc from the rice. Removing the starch will make the rice less sticky. Repeat this process a couple more times until ending with the water completely drained out of the rice.
- Add 3 cups of fresh water, butter (or oil) and salt to the rice in the saucepan. Over medium-high heat, bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover with lid, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Option 1 Resting Period: When rice is nearly done, but still a little wet, turn off the heat and move rice to an unused burner. Cover the rice with a lid and let the rice rest and on the stove for 5 more minutes. The resting period will allow the moisture to evenly redistribute uniformly in the rice so the bottom layer will be as fluffy as the top. Fluff the rice with a fork and scoop into serving dish and enjoy.
- Option 2 Resting Period: When rice is nearly done but still a little wet, drain the rice in a metal strainer and rinse with cold water. Add about 1 inch of water to the pot that the rice was previously cooking in. Place the strainer full of rice on top of the pot and cover with lid. Let the rice rest and steam on the stove over medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes. The resting period will allow the moisture to evenly redistribute uniformly in the rice so the bottom layer will be as fluffy as the top. Fluff the rice with a fork and scoop into serving dish and enjoy.
- (Based on 1200 watt microwave oven) - Following ingredient list above, combine rice, water, butter or oil and salt in a deep 2 to 3 quart microwave-safe bowl and cover.
- Cook on high till boiling - approximately 5 minutes
- Cook on medium (power level 5 or 50% power) Long Grain: 15 minutes Parboiled: 20 minutes Brown Rice: 30 minutes
- Let rice rest in microwave to absorb water - 5 minutes
- Using oven mitts or towel, remove rice dish from microwave and carefully remove cover. Fluff with fork and serve. Store leftover rice in covered container in refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
- If rice is not quite tender enough and liquid is not fully absorbed, cook for 2 to 4 minutes longer.
- If rice is crunchy, add 1/4 cup of additional water, cover with lid, and cook on medium low heat until grains are tender.
- Do not stir rice during cooking. Stirring releases starch which results in sticky rice.
- For each cup of cooked rice, add 2 tablespoons of water.
- Stove Top: Cover and heat on stove over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until rice is heated through.
- Microwave: Place rice in microwave safe dish and cover. Cook on high for about 1 minute per cup of rice.
- Frozen Rice: If rice is frozen, cook rice on high for 2 minutes per cup. Fluff with fork and serve.
HOW TO COOK PERFECT RICE ON THE STOVE
A foolproof recipe for cooking white rice.
Provided by Katie Workman
Categories Side Dish
Time 28m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring the water to boil in a medium saucepan. Add the salt and butter and allow the butter to melt.
- When the water has returned to a boil, stir in the rice. Let the water return to a light simmer. Stir again, cover the pot and turn the heat down to low. Keep the rice simmering slightly, and keep the pot covered (you may have to peek after a few minutes to make sure the heat is at the correct temperature, but then let it cook, covered). Start checking to see if the rice is tender and all of the liquid is absorbed at about 17 minutes. It may take up to 25, especially if you are making a larger quantity of rice.
- When the rice is cooked, turn off the heat and let it sit for another couple of minutes to finish absorbing any liquid. Take off the lid, fluff the rice with a fork and let it sit for another 2 minutes or so, so that some of the excess moisture in the rice dries off.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.91 kcal, Carbohydrate 36.98 g, Protein 3.33 g, Fat 3.15 g, SaturatedFat 1.88 g, Cholesterol 7.53 mg, Sodium 324.24 mg, Fiber 0.6 g, Sugar 0.06 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CLASSIC STOVE-TOP METHOD FOR PERFECT WHITE RICE
A touch of butter and salt make all the difference in this foolproof rice recipe. This family-friendly side dish can be ready in a quick 16 minutes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Rice Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring water, butter, and salt to a boil in medium saucepan. Stir in rice 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 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. Fluff with a fork and serve.
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- Perfect Thai Jasmine Rice Every Time. Native to Thailand, jasmine rice gets its name from the fragrant jasmine flower. This long-grain rice has a somewhat buttery aroma, reminiscent of popcorn.
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