Gut Friendly Steamed White Rice
Few things are as comforting and restorative as a bowl of perfectly cooked white rice, and this stripped-back method delivers exactly that. Rinsing the grains first removes excess surface starch, which helps the finished rice stay light and separate rather than sticky or gummy — a small step that makes a real difference. The low-and-slow steam finish is where the magic happens, coaxing each grain into a tender, fluffy texture without any fuss or fancy equipment. When your digestive system needs a break, plain white rice is one of the most gentle, easily tolerated foods you can reach for, and this recipe keeps things clean with just three simple ingredients. No seasonings, no oils, no additives — just rice, water, and a pinch of salt, which means nothing to second-guess and nothing that might upset a sensitive stomach. It pairs beautifully with broths, simply cooked proteins, or steamed vegetables whenever you're ready to build a fuller meal.
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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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