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Fluffy Rice Recipe Easy Perfectly Cooked Always-Fluffy Every Time

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A foolproof method for perfectly fluffy, tender, and separate grains of rice every time, using simple ingredients and an easy stovetop technique.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200 grams) long-grain white rice (Jasmine or Basmati recommended)
  • 1 ¾ cups (415 ml) water
  • ½ teaspoon (3 grams) salt (kosher or sea salt)
  • 1 tablespoon (14 grams) unsalted butter or neutral oil (olive oil or grapeseed oil optional)
  • Optional: 1 bay leaf or 1 clove garlic

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold running water in a fine mesh sieve, swirling with your hand until the water runs clear (about 1-2 minutes).
  2. Drain thoroughly by shaking the sieve gently so the rice is damp but not dripping.
  3. Optional: Toast the rice in a medium saucepan with 1 tablespoon butter or oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until nutty aroma develops.
  4. Add 1 ¾ cups cold water and ½ teaspoon salt to the saucepan. Add bay leaf or garlic if using.
  5. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, watching closely to avoid boil-overs (3-5 minutes).
  6. Reduce heat to the lowest setting and cover tightly with a lid. Let simmer gently for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  7. Turn off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes to finish steaming.
  8. Remove the lid carefully, discard bay leaf or garlic, and fluff the rice gently with a fork or rice paddle before serving.

Notes

Rinsing rice removes excess starch to prevent clumping. Avoid stirring rice while cooking to keep grains separate. Let rice rest covered after cooking to firm up grains. For vegan option, substitute butter with plant-based oil or margarine. Toasting rice before cooking adds depth of flavor but is optional. Use lowest heat possible to avoid burning. If rice is undercooked after resting, cover and let sit for 5 more minutes.

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