Rice Hack Recipe
Master the art of cooking perfect rice every time with these simple rice hacks. Achieve fluffy, flavorful, and tender rice effortlessly!
Equipment
- Heavy-bottomed Pot
- Rice Cooker (Optional)
- Fine-Mesh Strainer
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
- 1 cup rice choose your preferred variety
- 1.5 cups water for white rice (adjust as needed)
- ½ tsp salt optional, for seasoning
Optional Add-ins for Flavor
- 1 cup broth substitute water for added flavor
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil for richness
- 1 bay leaf for aromatic rice
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water using a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents stickiness.
- Optional: Soak the rice in water for 20–30 minutes for better texture and even cooking.
- In a pot, combine the rinsed rice, water (or broth), and salt. Optionally, add butter or olive oil for richness and a bay leaf for aroma.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer.
- Cook white rice for 15 minutes, brown rice for 40 minutes, and sushi rice for 18 minutes. Avoid opening the lid during cooking.
- Once cooked, remove the pot from the heat. Let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes to finish steaming.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork and serve warm. Enjoy perfectly cooked, flavorful rice!
Notes
Use a 1:1 water-to-rice ratio for the Instant Pot and let the pressure release naturally for best results. For crispy rice, cook with a thin layer of oil and let a crust form on the bottom.