How to Cook Brown Rice
Learn how to cook brown rice perfectly every time with this simple stovetop method: it comes out fluffy, nutty, and tender!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups 1x
- Category: Essentials
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Basics
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long or short grain brown rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice: Using a strainer, rinse the rice under cold water, then drain it completely. (Here’s why.)
- Boil the rice: Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the rice and kosher salt. Return to a boil, then lower the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 40 to 45 minutes, until the water is fully absorbed.
- Steam the rice: Remove the heat. Allow to steam, covered, for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
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