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White Rice (Stovetop Method)

Foolproof stovetop white rice: This method combines measurements and my mom's simple finger trick for perfectly fluffy results every single time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Soaking Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 7 servings (100g each)
Calories 112 kcal
Protein2 g
Fiber0 g
Fat0 g
Carbohydrates25 g

Equipment

  • Pot with lid
  • Strainer

Ingredients
 

For White Rice:

  • 1 cup (220 g) white rice rinsed 2-3 times, about 220g
  • 2 cups water for cooking + more if needed

Instructions
 

Prepare the Rice:

  • Rinse 1 cup white rice under water 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
    Rinse Rice under water 2-3 times

Cook the Rice:

  • Add 2 cups water. The water level should be just under the first line of your index finger when placed upright in the pot.
    use the index finger trick to fill the water to cook white rice
  • Soak the rice in fresh water for at least 15 minutes.
  • Place the pot on high heat and bring the water to a boil.
    Bring the water to boil on high speed to cook white rice
  • As the water level comes down to the level of the rice, reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
    cooking white rice until water starts to come to the same level
  • Turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 15 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork and serve hot.
    white rice almost done with evaporated water

Notes

One cup of rice is about 220g, which yields ~700g of cooked white rice.
Water measurement tip: While the recipe calls for 2 cups water, use the finger method for best results - water should reach just below the first knuckle of your index finger when touching the rice surface. Depending on your pot width, this might be 2.5-3 cups.
A tight-fitting lid is essential for this method. The steam trapped during the final 10 minutes is what creates perfectly fluffy rice.
The stovetop method produces the fluffiest rice compared to other cooking methods, with perfectly separated grains ideal for pairing with curries and dals.
Resistant starch benefit: Refrigerated leftover rice develops resistant starch, which lowers its glycemic impact - making meal prep rice actually healthier than fresh!
When doubling the recipe, use the finger method rather than simply doubling the water, as wider pots may need more water for proper cooking.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
White Rice (Stovetop Method)
Serving Size
 
1 bowl (100g)
Amount per Serving
Calories
112
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
25
g
8
%
Fiber
 
0
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0
g
0
%
Fat
 
0
g
0
%
Sodium
 
3
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
27
mg
1
%
Vitamin D
 
0
µg
0
%
Calcium
 
5
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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