Makes 4 to 6 servingsHands-on time: 3 minutes
Total preparation time: 22 minutes
Kosher salt
1 cup long grain white rice
2 tablespoons unsalted butter or to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Gradually pour in the rice and return to a boil. Boil rapidly until the rice is tender, about 17 minutes.
Drain the rice well and return it to the pot. Cook over low heat, stirring for 1 minute to dry it out. Add butter, salt, and pepper to taste; serve immediately.
Simple boiled rice recipe does NOT say how much water to use…..notice it says “large pot of water” without a measurement
Anna,
That is the point. There is no exact measurement of water. Rice cooked this way is liking cooking pasta. Fill up a large pot of salted water, add the rice and boil.
Will this technique work for cooking brown rice?
Yes, but it will take much longer, probably more like 45 minutes.
Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse it under cold running water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for about 18-20 minutes. Avoid opening the lid during this time, as it will allow steam to escape.