Rice is a staple food in numerous cultures around the world. It's a versatile grain that can be cooked in multiple different ways. Here is a simple guide on how to cook rice using these 4 methods -
Equipment
- 1 Pressure cooker
- 1 Electric rice cooker
Ingredients
- 1½ Cup Rice
- 3 Cups Water
Instructions
Method 1- Using a Saucepan/Sufuria
- Under running water rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear. This is done to remove any excess starch which prevents the rice from becoming sticky.
- Add 1½ Cup Rice , 3 Cups Water and Salt (to taste) in a medium saucepan/sufuria and let it soak for 20mins.
- Switch on the stove top and bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 12-14 minutes.
- Take the pot off the stove and let it sit covered,for 5 minutes
- Using a fork, Fluff the rice and serve in a bowl
Method 2- Using a Stovetop Pressure Cooker
- Rinse the rice under running water using afine-mesh strainer. This will remove any excess starch and make the rice fluffier and less sticky.
- Transfer the 1½ Cup Rice in to the pressure cooker, add 3 Cups Water and salt (if using). Lock the lid and set the valve to sealing position. Let the rice soak for 20mins.
- Transfer the pressure cooker over the stovetop, Simmer the flame and wait for the pressure to build up.
- Cook on high pressure for 5-7 minutes for white rice and 12-15 minutes for brown rice.
- Take the cooker off the stove and let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then turn the valve to venting position to release any remaining pressure.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
Method 3 - Using an Electric Rice Cooker
- Rinse the rice under water using a fine-mesh strainer.
- Transfer 1½ Cup Rice into the electric rice cooker, add 3 Cups Water and salt.
- Put the lid on and let the rice soak for 20 mins.
- Plug in the electric cooker and flip the switch on. Make sure the ‘cook’ light is on (may differ depending on the rice cooker brand)
- Switch off the cooker once the ‘cook’ light is off. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.