Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (400g) long-grain rice (basmati, jasmine, or other long-grain), rinsed well until the water runs clear
  • 4 cups (950ml) cold water
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) unsalted butter or oil (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Place the rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch for fluffier rice.
  2. In the saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, salt, and butter/oil (if using).
  3. Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  4. Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the pot tightly with the lid, and simmer undisturbed.
  5. Simmer for 15-45 minutes depending on the type of rice (Basmati/Jasmine: 15 minutes, Long-Grain White Rice: 18 minutes, Brown Rice: 45 minutes).
  6. Remove the pot from the heat (still covered!) and let it sit for 10 minutes. Do NOT lift the lid during this time.
  7. After resting, remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve immediately.