HOW MUCH WATER FOR 2 CUPS OF RICE?

Rice is a staple ingredient for many countries across the globe – and for a good reason! It’s very affordable, easy to prepare and cook, versatile in how you use it and extremely filling.

COOK TIME

PREP TIME

TOTAL TIME

SERVINGS

15 MINS

5 MINS

4

20 MINS

COOKING RICE

HOW MUCH WATER FOR 2 CUPS OF RICE?

White polished rice uses a ratio of 1 part of rice to 2 parts of water. However, Jasmine rice uses 1 part rice to 1 1/2 parts water.

HOW LONG DO YOU BOIL 2 CUPS OF RICE?

Usually, 2 cups of rice will take about 15 minutes to fully absorb the liquid. Then, the longer you leave it, the softer the rice will become. But, leave it too long, and the rice will end up being mushy.

OTHER COOKING TIMES

Always check the package instructions. To what extent the rice that has been processed will also affect the cooking time.

WHY IS MY RICE MUSHY?

Mushy rice is caused by either using too much water or cooking the rice for far too long.

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