BHA & BHT Free Steamed White Rice
Few ingredients are more deceptively simple than a bowl of perfectly cooked white rice, yet getting it right — fluffy, separate grains with just a hint of seasoning — is genuinely satisfying. Packaged and pre-seasoned rice products often contain synthetic preservatives that people avoiding BHA and BHT have to watch out for, but this recipe sidesteps all of that with just three clean, whole ingredients. Rinsing the rice first removes excess starch, which is the small but meaningful step that keeps the grains from clumping together. The covered, low-and-slow steam method does the real work, locking in moisture and producing that light, tender texture without any additives doing the heavy lifting. Letting it rest off the heat before fluffing with a fork is the finishing touch that makes the whole pot come out evenly cooked from top to bottom. It's the kind of reliable, back-pocket recipe that pairs with almost anything — stir-fries, braised meats, roasted vegetables — and you'll never need to reach for a convenience packet again.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 ¼ cups water
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, stirring with your hand, until the water running through runs mostly clear, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- 2
Combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, uncovered, until the surface is bubbling vigorously.
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