What is the best way to cook rice?

Question

I have always used twice as much water as rice. I bring to a boil and then simmer covered with the smallest flame possible for 18 minutes.

I now have a range that does not allow me to use a very small flame. This causes much of the rice to be wasted since it sticks to the bottom of the pot.

What would be a better ratio of rice to water and recommended cooking time with a low but not tiny flame?

Answer 1

i buy the 5mins.kind..boil the water say 2 cups then 2 cups of rice remove from stove cover 5 min.stir in butter i like melted cheese on mine and cutup chicken..yum yum i had some for supper to day..

Answer 2

E-Z; put it in the microwave for 2 minutes on high and 15-18 minutes on level 4. Rice is one of the very few foods that doesn't care where it is cooked. I've seen it done in the oven.

Answer 3

stick with the same 2/1 ratio but try spraying a pan and cover it with foil cook it in the oven for 30-35 minutes on 400.  half way through the time pull out and stir cover and finish.

Answer 4

I've got an electric rice maker which makes it very easy.  Hoever, you can also put the rice (2:1) in a covered casserole dish, and nuke it on high for 20 min.  

Try adding stuff to the water/rice mix like 1 teaspoon vegetable seasoning, or small chunks of fresh veggies.  Yum!

HTH.

Answer 5

If your stove doesn't allow a small flame try instant rice It's equal amounts f rice & water. You  bring the water to a boil add the rice, stir cover, and remove from heat. Let sit for about 5 minutes. Then stir one las time and serve.