The Best Rice

Elevate your side dish game with "The Best Rice," a foolproof recipe for perfectly fluffy white jasmine rice that’s rich in flavor and irresistibly tender. With just four simple ingredients—white jasmine rice, water, unsalted butter, and kosher salt—this quick and easy recipe ensures each grain is beautifully cooked and never clumpy, thanks to an essential rinsing step. The magic happens with a precise simmering and steaming technique, locking in buttery goodness and a subtle hint of seasoning. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish serves as a flawless base for stir-fries, curries, or any dish that calls for light, fragrant rice. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this is your go-to recipe for restaurant-quality results every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup white jasmine rice
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve or bowl until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents clumping.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, water, butter, and salt. Stir gently to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over high heat and bring the mixture to a boil. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Let it simmer for 12 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time, as it disrupts the steam cooking process.

Step 5

After 12 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat but keep the lid on. Allow the rice to rest (steam) for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 6

Using a fork, gently fluff the rice to separate the grains. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Step 7

Serve warm as a delicious side dish or use it as a base for your favorite main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(574.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	362

Total Fat 12.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 309.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 4.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 44.6mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 73mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.8%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 62.7%