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The Perfect Pot of Rice
3 cups
Steps
- Combine rice, salt, and 1 1/4 cups water in a 2–3-qt. heavy saucepan. Swirl pan to combine—do not stir.
- Bring rice-and-water mixture to a boil. Cover pot with a tight-fitting lid and reduce heat to low, aiming for the barest simmer. Cook, without uncover-ing pot, for 18 minutes.
- Remove pan from heat. Uncover; place a kitchen towel over pan to keep moisture from dripping onto rice. Cover tightly with lid. Let rice stand, covered, for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
- Remove lid and fluff cooked rice with a fork, then serve immediately or chill. This separated rice is just right for use in grain salads.
Originally published at Bonappetit.com. Reproduced for personal collection.
