Ever wonder why the white rice from your favorite restaurant is always fluffy, tender, and never sticky or mushy? The secret is in the method—and I’m sharing it here! This foolproof recipe gives you soft, separate grains with that restaurant-quality taste and texture. Perfect for pairing with stir-fry, grilled meats, curries, or as a meal prep staple. Whether you’re a busy mom, home cook, or beginner in the kitchen, this simple recipe will become a go-to in your weekly dinner routine.
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Ingredients:
• 1 cup long grain white rice (like Jasmine or Basmati for extra fragrance)
• 1 ¾ cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
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Instructions:
1. Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes extra starch that causes stickiness.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, salt, and oil or butter. Stir once.
3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat without the lid.
4. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for exactly 18 minutes. Don’t lift the lid or stir!
5. After 18 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 5–10 minutes, still covered.
6. Remove the lid, fluff gently with a fork, and serve!
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Pro Tips for Fluffy Restaurant-Style Rice:
• Rinsing is key: It prevents gummy rice.
• Don’t stir once it simmers—this breaks the grains and causes mushiness.
• Letting it rest is where the magic happens: steam finishes cooking it gently.
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