To make rice on the stove perfectly, follow these steps:

Ingredients

• 1 cup white rice (short, medium, or long grain)
• 1.5 cups water

Instructions

1. Combine rice and water: Place the rice and water in a medium saucepan. No need to rinse the rice for fluffy results unless you want to remove surface starch or impurities.
2. Bring to a simmer: Heat over medium-high until the water starts bubbling gently.
3. Lower heat and cover: Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
4. Cook without stirring: Let the rice cook undisturbed for about 13 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid or stirring during this time.
5. Rest: Remove the pot from heat but keep it covered. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the rice to steam and finish absorbing the water.
6. Fluff and serve: Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

This method yields tender, fluffy rice without being mushy or sticky

Tips

• Use a pot with a tight-fitting lid to trap steam.
• Do not stir the rice while cooking to avoid gummy texture.
• Adjust water slightly for different rice types (e.g., basmati or jasmine may need slightly different ratios).
• For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of salt or a bit of butter/oil before cooking

This stovetop method is straightforward and reliable for most white rice varieties