Jasmine Rice How To Cook

Cooking jasmine rice is simple and can be done on the stovetop, in a rice cooker, or in an Instant Pot.

Here’s a detailed guide for each method:

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Stovetop Method

Ingredients:

• Jasmine rice
• Water
• Salt (optional)

Steps:

1. Measure the Rice:
   • Use a measuring cup to measure the desired amount of jasmine rice. A standard serving is typically 1 cup of uncooked rice, which makes about 3 cups of cooked rice.
2. Rinse the Rice:
   • Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky.
3. Measure the Water:
   • The general ratio for jasmine rice is 1 cup of rice to 1 1/2 cups of water. Adjust the quantity based on how much rice you’re cooking.
4. Combine Rice and Water:
   • In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Add a pinch of salt if desired.
5. Boil and Simmer:
   • Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 15-18 minutes until the water is absorbed.
6. Let it Rest:
   • Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking the rice and makes it fluffier.
7. Fluff and Serve:
   • Remove the lid and use a fork to gently fluff the rice. Serve immediately.

Rice Cooker Method

Ingredients:

• Jasmine rice
• Water
• Salt (optional)

Steps:

1. Measure the Rice:
   • Use the measuring cup that came with your rice cooker to measure the desired amount of jasmine rice.
2. Rinse the Rice:
   • Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.
3. Add Water:
   • Transfer the rinsed rice to the rice cooker and add water. For jasmine rice, the general ratio is 1 cup of rice to 1 1/2 cups of water.
4. Add Salt (Optional):
   • Add a pinch of salt if desired.
5. Cook:
   • Close the lid of the rice cooker and select the regular or white rice setting. Let the rice cooker complete its cycle.
6. Let it Rest:
   • Once the rice cooker switches to the “keep warm” setting, let the rice sit for an additional 5-10 minutes.
7. Fluff and Serve:
   • Open the lid and gently fluff the rice with a rice paddle or fork. Serve immediately.

Instant Pot Method

Ingredients:

• Jasmine rice
• Water
• Salt (optional)

Steps:

1. Measure the Rice:
   • Measure the desired amount of jasmine rice using a measuring cup.
2. Rinse the Rice:
   • Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear.
3. Add Water:
   • Transfer the rinsed rice to the Instant Pot and add water. The ratio is typically 1 cup of rice to 1 cup of water.
4. Add Salt (Optional):
   • Add a pinch of salt if desired.
5. Pressure Cook:
   • Close the lid, set the valve to the sealing position, and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
6. Natural Release:
   • Once the cooking time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
7. Fluff and Serve:
   • Open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve immediately.

By following these methods, you can achieve perfectly cooked jasmine rice with a fluffy and fragrant texture.