Nutmeg Free Steamed White Rice
Few things are as satisfying as a pot of perfectly cooked white rice — fluffy, tender, and ready to anchor just about any meal you can dream up. The quick rinse step is the real secret here, washing away excess starch so every grain stays separate and light instead of clumping together in a sticky mass. With just three simple pantry staples, there's absolutely nothing hidden in this recipe that could cause concern, making it a genuinely worry-free base for any plate. The technique of letting the rice rest off the heat, still covered, is what takes it from good to great — that final steam finishes the cooking gently and locks in the perfect texture. Whether you're pairing it with a bold stir-fry, a saucy braise, or just a drizzle of good olive oil, this rice is the kind of reliable, clean-tasting foundation that every home cook needs in their back pocket.
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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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