This photo tutorial will show you how to make fluffy rice. You’ll see that making fluffy, delicious rice is easier than you think.
Rice is a very important part of my diet. I have eaten rice since I was a little kid since rice is a very important part of the Brazilian cuisine. Down there, they eat rice at least one time a day, especially at lunchtime. Many people also like to eat it for dinner too. So, you can imagine how much I love rice. My husband doesn’t like rice as much as I do (he isn’t Brazilian, he is French-Canadian) but I still try to make rice at least one time a week. On the other days, we eat couscous salad or quinoa.
Rice is great because very versatile. You can make lots of different recipes with it such as tabbouleh rice, all kinds of salad, one-meal skillet, casseroles, and even puddings. This Rice with Mushrooms and Asparagus is a favorite. This gluten-free grain tastes very good if you know how to cook it correctly. Otherwise, it can be mushy and soggy. But for a different type of rice, you will cook it with different amounts of water. I made this list below to help you.
Rice cooking list
- Long-grain white rice—1 cup rice to 2 cups water
- Jasmine rice—1 cup rice to 2 cups water
- Black rice—1 cup rice to 2 cups water
- Red rice—1 cup rice to 1 3/4 cups water
- Brown rice —1 cup rice to 2 1/2 cups water
- Wild rice—1 cup rice to 4 cups water
As for the liquid, you can use broth or water, but for the sake of simplicity, I prefer cooking my rice in water. I really hope this post is helpful for you guys.
Want to change things up? Try cauliflower rice! Spicy Chicken with Cauliflower Rice and Garlic Parmesan Cauliflower Rice Recipe are some of my favorites.
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How to make fluffy rice
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Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cup water or broth
- 1 tbsp extra virgin Olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 cup well-rinsed uncooked rice
- Salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a pan, bring 1 ¾ cup of water to a boil.
- In another pan, combine olive oil, garlic, and rice. Stir for 30 seconds.
- Pour the boiled water into the rice mixture.
- Add salt and saffron powder.
- Reduce heat to medium/low. Cover and simmer until tender and all the liquids are absorbed (about 15-20 minutes).
- After cooking, just let the rice rest for a total of five minutes.
- Remove the cover, fluff and separate the grains with a fork.
Tips
- Make sure to allow the rice to rest before you fluff it. The trapped steam helps the rice become even fluffier.
- Always rinse the rice before using as you can remove any dust coating the rice.
- Broth is a great way to add additional flavour to the rice. I recommend using a low sodium broth.
- To store: Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- To reheat: Microwave the rice until hot.
- To freeze: Once cooled, transfer the cooked rice into a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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Sues says
This is such a good tutorial. I always try to rush rice and it never comes out as fluffy as I want it!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
This is a great tutorial, as I never have much luck with rice. I do really like eating it though.
Cheryl says
Mmmm.. that rice looks so yummy. I detest plain white rice, but this looks so flavorful! Love the addition of the garlic and how simple this recipe is. Pinning!
Allison says
Great tutorial! Rice is actually a tricky thing to make sometimes, surprisingly! Love the addition of the olive oil. I really need to try that little trick.
Olivia @ Olivia's Cuisine says
Yay, rice!!! I’m one of those people that eat rice twice a day. Nothing beats Brazilian rice and beans. 🙂 We make it different in the South, though!! Adding onions, a little more garlic and vegetable oil instead of olive oil to keep it white.
Natalie @ Budget and the Bees says
Rice is super versatile! Not a week goes by that it doesn’t find its way into my meal plan. I like toasting rice with olive oil and garlic like you’ve done, but I’ve never preheated my water except for making risotto. Aside from that, I find that the type and even brand of rice changes how much liquid and time are needed for it to cook properly. One brown rice will take 20 minutes while another brown rice takes more time and more water. Do you have any advice for regulating it all? I’m hoping there is a secret in the rinsing or something!
Olivia says
I added a rice cooking list on the post, Natalie. I hope you may help you.
Thanks a lot for your comment 😉
Jess @ whatjessicabakednext says
Brilliant recipe tutorial, Olivia! Rice is one of my favourite dinners, so versatile!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
These are some great tips, Olivia! I’m definitely going to follow this the next time I make rice. Yours looks like perfection!
Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven says
It is SO hard for me to make perfectly fluffy rice. Next time I will definitely be referring back to this tutorial! Love how simple and classic it is!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
We always have rice in our house too. This is such a fantastic tutorial Olivia 🙂 Love all the tips, your rice looks so fluffy and perfect 🙂