Classic White Rice
Learn how to cook white rice on the stove with three simple ingredients and foolproof steps for fluffy, flavorful rice in about 20 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon butter optional but recommended
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
- In a small pot, combine the rice, water, butter, and salt.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork and serve.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover white rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, add a splash of water or broth, and warm leftovers in the microwave or covered on the stovetop over medium heat. Thaw frozen rice in the fridge, or warm it directly from the freezer.
- Keep the lid on while cooking to trap steam.
- Letting it rest at the end gives you fluffier rice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.4mg