How to Boil Rice Like Pasta
Learn how to boil rice like pasta for fluffy, separate grains every time! This easy basmati rice cooking method requires no water measurement - boil, drain, and enjoy.
Servings 4 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice I used basmati rice but any long-grain rice works.
- 5 cups water
- ½ teaspoon salt optional
Instructions
- Rinse the rice thoroughly under running water until the water runs clear.
- If you are soaking the rice, add 2 cups of water and soak the rice for about 30 minutes.
- Boil water in a large pot (Similar to the pasta cooking method)
- Add drained rice and stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Cook uncovered for about 7-10 minutes, checking for doneness.
- Drain in a colander and rinse with water for a fluffier texture.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Pro Tip: Adding a few drops of oil or ghee while boiling enhances flavor and prevents sticking.
- This method scales well, and my mom cooked rice in large quantities for family gatherings. You will only need large utensils to scale the recipe efficiently.
- Depending on how long you cook it, the rice can be grainy for salads or sticky for puddings and porridges.
- While boiling, you can flavor the rice easily by adding spices, broth, or herbs.
- Any rice works with this method, but the cooking time will vary depending on factors such as the quantity of rice, the amount of water, the heat level, and the size of the utensil.
- White rice will take around 10 minutes, and brown rice will roughly take 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.4mg
