Microwave Rice
Description
This recipe makes perfect rice in the microwave every time. Learn how to microwave rice step by step.
Ingredients
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1 cup long-grain white rice (such as jasmine or basmati)
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1 1/2 cups water
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1 teaspoon unsalted butter or oil
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
Rinse rice using a fine-mesh strainer, gently stirring by hand, until water runs somewhat clear.
3
Thoroughly drain rice and place in a 8-cup microwave safe bowl or container; add water, butter or oil, and salt.
4
Microwave uncovered on HIGH until water is mostly absorbed and some steam holes appear on the surface, 8 to 10 minutes.
5
Cover tightly with microwave safe plastic wrap, lid, or plate; microwave on HIGH for 4 more minutes until rice is tender and water is fully absorbed. Let stand, covered, for 6 minutes.
6
Uncover; fluff and taste rice using a fork. If rice is not yet tender, cover and microwave on HIGH in 1-minute intervals as needed until rice reaches desired consistency.
7
Serve immediately.