| Step | Do | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Rinse | Until water runs fairly clear | Removes gluey surface starch |
| Water | ~1.2× short-grain, ~1.5× long-grain | Sets the final texture |
| Cook | Boil, then covered low 10–12 min | Gentle simmer, don't peek |
| Rest | Off heat, lid on, 10 min | Steam finishes and unsticks it |
How to Cook Rice in a Pot
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Rinse the rice, add water at about 1.2–1.5 times the rice by volume, bring it to a boil uncovered, then cover and drop to the lowest simmer for 10–12 minutes until the water is gone. Take it off the heat and let it rest, lid on, for 10 minutes — the steam finishes the grains and stops them sticking, so don't lift the lid until then.