Learn how to make white rice. This simple rice recipe makes for the tastiest white rice you've ever eaten, and if you like, add a few simple spices to take it to the next level!
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 3minutes
Cook Time 15minutes
Total Time 18minutes
Servings 4servings
Calories 220kcal
Author Stephanie Stiavetti
Ingredients
2teaspoonsbutteror oil of your choice
1cupdry white rice
2cupswater
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspooncumin(optional)
1/4teaspooncinnamon(optional)
2cardamom pods(optional)
Instructions
In a pot with a snug fitting lid heat the butter or oil over medium heat until it shimmers. Add rice and fry, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
Add water and stir well. Allow water to come to a boil and add salt. Stir in spices, if using.
Turn heat to low and cover pot, leaving the lid slightly askew to keep it from boiling over. Let simmer for 7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to sit, covered for another 7 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork and serve.
Notes
Nutritional analysis does not include optional spices.