Make steamed rice without a rice cooker.
Steamed rice is fluffy and light. It makes an affordable, versatile accompaniment to any main dish or can be the primary staple when served with vegetables and a bit of meat. You can make steamed rice without a rice cooker or other special equipment. Steam rice on your stove top or in the microwave.
Instructions
On the Stove
1. Rinse the rice to remove excess starch. Measure it into a bowl and pour cold tap water to cover the rice. Stir the rice in the water using your fingers until the water is cloudy. Pour the water out carefully. Repeat four to five times until the water is fairly clear. Some water will remain in the rice, which is fine.
2. Measure the rice and water into the saucepan. Place the pan on high heat. Bring the rice and water to a boil.
3. Lower the heat to medium. Cook the rice uncovered for several minutes until most of the water is absorbed. Remove from heat.
4. Pour two to three inches of water into a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Place the colander in the pot. The colander should rest in the pot without actually touching the water beneath it.
5. Pour the rice into the colander. Cover the colander with a pot lid or a baking sheet to contain the steam. Steam the rice for 25 to 30 minutes.
In the Microwave
6. Rinse the rice to remove excess starch. Measure it into a bowl and pour cold tap water to cover the rice. Stir the rice in the water using your fingers until the water is cloudy. Pour the water out carefully. Repeat four to five times until the water is fairly clear. Some water will remain in the rice, which is fine.
7. Measure rice and water into casserole dish. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
8. Microwave the rice for five minutes at full power.
9. Reduce the power to 50 percent. Microwave the rice for about 10 more minutes, until the water is absorbed.
10. Let stand for 10 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap carefully to avoid being burned by the steam.
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