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Steamed Jasmine Rice

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Steamed Jasmine Rice is a simple side dish pairing that rounds out the plate.

Steamed jasmine rice ready to serve.

Prep

5 mins

Cook

15 mins

Total

20 mins

Calories

250 kcal

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

49.6 g

Serves

4 servings

Fat

3 g

Longevity

59/100

Steamed jasmine rice is a soft, fragrant side that rounds out many meals with almost no fuss. It cooks with a simple water-to-rice ratio and a covered simmer. The grains turn tender and aromatic when given a short rest after cooking. This recipe is useful for weeknight dinners and meal-prep bowls alike. Jasmine rice pairs naturally with stir fries, curries, and roasted proteins. The method is easy for beginners and scales well for larger tables. A little salt is optional depending on what you are serving with it. Fluffing with a fork helps keep the grains light and separate. Leftovers store well and reheat with a splash of water. This is a country-kitchen grain staple that stays practical, comforting, and reliable.

Ingredients

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Step-by-step

4 servings
  1. 1

    Step 1

    Rinse the rice

    • Ingredients:
      • 1 cup jasmine rice, rinsed
    • Action: Rinse rice until water is mostly clear to remove excess starch.
  2. 2

    Step 2

    Cook covered

    • Ingredients:
      • Rinsed rice
      • 1 1/2 cups water
      • 1/4 teaspoons salt, optional
    • Action: Bring to a light boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 12 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3

    Step 3

    Rest and fluff

    • Ingredients:
      • Cooked jasmine rice
    • Action: Rest covered 5 minutes off heat, then fluff gently with a fork.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with lid

  • Fine-mesh strainer

  • Fork

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