How to cook rice in the microwave:
Combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water in a large, microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt, mix well and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Microwave the rice on high for 5 to 10 minutes, until it starts to boil. Reduce the microwave heat to medium (50% power) and continue to cook according to the times in the chart. The rice will be just tender. Fluff the rice up with a fork, then cover with plastic wrap again, poke a couple of wholes in the plastic and let sit for about 5 minutes, until completely tender.
Type of Rice Cooking Time Required
Long grain white rice 10 - 15 minutes
Converted white rice 10 - 15 minutes
Short and medium grain brown rice 25 - 30 minutes
Long grain brown rice 25 - 30 minutes
Converted brown rice 10 - 15 minutes
Wild rice 35 - 40 minutes
Basmati rice 10 - 15 minutes
Jasmine rice 10 - 15 minutes
6 comments:
EVERY TIME i cook rice in the microwave, it blows one of the fuses!
Don't put the rice on the fuses!
I've heard varying opinions on oil in the water - for rice, pasta, etc. Why do you do it?
Doggie, i usually add oil to rice and pasta (in the microwave or on the stove) to keep it from sticking together
What about Jasmati rice, which is my favorite. Just kidding. Ha ha. Actually this is very useful. I love rice!!!!!!!
P.S. I also love replacing some of the water with chicken broth.
I add a little oil to my water for noodles, but not usually for rice.
Doghouse, I wish I had your quick wit!
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