How to Cook Rice

Rice has been around forever and used in many different types of culture' s. It is great for almost any side dish and the nice thing as well that it is a very simple process that can be a big hit at the same time. In this article you will learn how to cook rice and be the go to person for that great dish.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Rice
• Water
• Bowl
• Pan
• Stove

1. The first thing you will want to do is measure out the amount of rice you are going to be using. A good rule of thumb is for every one cup of rice you should use one and a half cups of water

2. The next thing you will want to do is rinse and clean your rice just so that is completely pure and ready to be eaten.

3. You will then want to get one of your pots that comfortably fits both the water and rice in it and place that on the stove.

4. Next you will want to pour in your rice and water into the pan that you have placed on the stove.

5. From here turn on your stove at a nice medium level of heat.

6. Once your pot starts to boil place the lid on the pot with a minimal gap for breathing room and turn the heating down to a medium lower heat.

7. Continue checking your rice until ready. This time frame could range right around 11 minutes give or take depending on the levels you cooked it at.

8. Once you notice it is ready you will want to carefully drain it to your liking.

9. From here let it sit for a few minutes for a comfortable level to eat it at and then serve it up.

Tips & Warnings

• Always remember that there are other techniques to test out or to spice it up a little bit.
• Different stoves mean different cooking times.
• Be creative