Rice recipe: Make rice like this, this trick is beneficial

To make fluffy and flavorful rice, you can follow this basic recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice (long-grain, basmati, or your preferred variety)
• 1 3/4 cups water (adjust as per the rice variety and package instructions)
• Salt to taste
• Optional: 1 tablespoon cooking oil or butter for added flavor

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice: Rinse the rice under running water until the water runs clear. This helps remove any excess starch and ensures fluffier rice.

2. Soak the rice (optional): Soaking the rice for about 15-30 minutes before cooking can help improve the texture and shorten the cooking time. If you choose to soak the rice, drain it thoroughly before cooking.

3. Cooking on the stovetop:

   • In a saucepan or pot with a tight-fitting lid, add the rinsed and drained rice.
   • Add water to the pot, maintaining a ratio of 1 3/4 cups water for 1 cup of rice (adjust as needed based on the rice variety).
   • Add salt and oil or butter if desired, for flavor.
   • Give it a gentle stir to combine the ingredients.
   • Place the lid on the pot and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
   • Once it reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the water is fully absorbed.

4. Steaming method:

   • Rinse the rice as mentioned earlier and drain it well.
   • In a pot or steamer, add water and bring it to a boil.
   • Place the rinsed rice in a heatproof steamer basket or a sieve and place it over the boiling water.
   • Cover the pot or steamer with a tight-fitting lid and steam the rice for about 15-20 minutes until it is tender and cooked through.

5. Fluffing the rice: Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes. This allows the steam to redistribute within the rice and makes it easier to fluff with a fork or rice paddle. Gently fluff the rice to separate the grains.

Serve the fluffy rice as a side dish, with curries, stir-fries, or any other main course of your choice. Remember to adjust the water-to-rice ratio and cooking time according to the specific instructions on the rice package, as different varieties may require slight variations.