Boiled Rice
Frequently asked questions about how to cook rice..
Q: What is the ratio of water to rice?
A: Ratio 2 : 1--- 2 cups water for 1 cup of rice
Q: What is the proper way to cook rice?
A: See method below, trick is to soak any kind of rice in water for 5 to 15 min before boiling
Q: How long do you boil rice?
A: 15-20 min approx.
Q: Why is my rice mushy?
A: If you use too much water while boiling
Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Rice
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 2 Cups Water
Instructions:
- Soak 1 cup rice in water for about 15 min
- Add 2 cups water to cooking pot and bring to boil on medium heat
- Drain water from rice and add to the pot along with salt
- Bring back to boil and lower heat, cover the pot and let cook for 15 minutes
- See if the water is absorbed and rice is tender, remove from heat
- Keep it covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork
The boiled rice is ready to be served.