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How to Cook Rice

Fluffy rice using the absorption method, with the right amount of water for each variety

Hands-on
5 min
Total
25 min
Makes
2 servings
Difficulty
Easy
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The basic recipe for everything that goes with rice: rinse, get the ratio right, lid on – done.

Rice to water
Basmati 1 part rice : 2 parts water
Jasmine & other long-grain rice 1 part rice : 1.5 parts water

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Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a sieve several times until the water runs clear.

  2. Tip the rice into a pan and add the right amount of water.

  3. Add a pinch of salt and a little butter.

  4. Bring to the boil over a medium heat, stirring gently now and then.

  5. Once the water has sunk to the level of the rice, cover the pan and turn the heat right down.

  6. Leave it covered on a low heat for at least 10 minutes.

  7. Take the pan off the heat and fluff up the rice with a fork.

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Cooking mode How to Cook Rice

Step 1 of 7

Rinse the rice in a sieve several times until the water runs clear.

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