Gluten Free Steamed White Rice
Few things are as satisfying as a pot of perfectly cooked white rice — fluffy, tender, and with every grain separate. This recipe keeps it beautifully simple: just long-grain white rice, water, and a pinch of kosher salt, which means there's nothing hidden to worry about for anyone avoiding gluten. The rinsing step is key, washing away excess starch so the finished rice is light rather than sticky or gummy. Bringing it to a boil uncovered before dropping the heat to a low, covered simmer is the kind of technique that turns a humble staple into something genuinely reliable every single time. That final 10-minute rest off the heat is what really seals the deal, letting the steam finish the job without any risk of scorching. Fluff it with a fork and it's ready to anchor a stir-fry, soak up a curry, or simply sit alongside whatever's coming off the stove tonight.
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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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