Legume Free Steamed White Rice
Fluffy, perfectly separated grains of long-grain white rice are one of those kitchen fundamentals that make everything else on the plate shine brighter. The quick rinse under cold water washes away excess starch, which is the real secret to getting that light, non-clumpy texture instead of a sticky, gummy mess. A tight lid and a patient hands-off steam at the end do the heavy lifting, so you're not hovering over the stove or second-guessing yourself. With just rice, water, and a pinch of kosher salt, there's nothing hiding in this dish — no legume-based thickeners, no bean-derived additives, no surprises. That simplicity makes it an ideal base for stir-fries, curries, grilled proteins, or anything else you're building a meal around. Once you nail the ratio and the technique, you'll never need to reach for a rice cooker or a 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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