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The Best Way to Cook Rice in a Pot on the Stovetop

Fail proof rice made in pot on the stove: soft fluffy kernels of rice, never soggy, always good!
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time17 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: asian
Keyword: fried rice

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice jasmine, sushi, or long grain white
  • 1.25 cup water

Instructions

  • Place the rice and water in a pot with a tight fitting lid and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
  • Turn the heat down to the barest simmer and cover with the lid and cook for 17 minutes without peeking.
  • When 17 minutes are up, let sit, with the lid on, for 10 minutes. When 10 minutes are up, remove the lid, fluff, and enjoy!