Perfect White Rice on the Stovetop every time // Step by Step ❤️

White rice is a favorite in our house, because it goes so well with so many dishes and it is so easy and quick to make. White rice just takes minutes to prepare and it looks so nice on your plate, and you can add other ingredients to it as well. I love adding garlic, peas, carrots and corn and that is the most delicious Arroz Blanco Mexicano, one of my favorite sides. You can season White Plain rice with cilantro and lime or just simple pepper and butter for a delicious dish. White rice is easy to make, but it's important to know the exact ratio of water and rice and time needed, in this video I will explain. I hope you give it a try . ❤️
INGREDIENTS----------------------
1 C. Long grain rice or Jasmine
1 3/4 C. water
3/4 tsp Salt or (to your liking)
1 Tbsp butter (salted butter)
TIPS : (you can try these tips if you like)
● Do not remove lid when rice is cooking or 15-20 minutes after cooking. Steam is what gives you fluffy rice.
● You can add 1/4 C. extra water if using an enameled dutch oven
● Cook your rice on a low simmer setting
● You can use Jasmine rice in place of long grain rice if you wish.
● Rinse rice well until water runs clear before cooking.( removing the starch will help give you fluffy rice)
● Let rice sit covered 15-20 minutes before serving
● Be sure to use a tight fitting lid when cooking rice so you won't lose steam
● All stoves are different and so is cookware, you might have to practice a few times before you get it just right for you, do not leave your rice un attended.
DISCLAIMER
DO NOT EAT OR SERVE THIS DISH TO ANYONE WHO IS OR MIGHT BE ALLERGIC TO ANY INGREDIENT IN THIS DISH.
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#steamedrice
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[@markbrookes6557]

Rachel, I'm 66 years old and for the first time in my life over maybe the last 6 or 7 years I have been CRAVING Mexican flavors at the medium heat level. You have provided SO many choices of dishes that you are my go to when I want some spice in my culinary life.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

That is awesome! There was a time when I couldn't handle much heat, but through the years I have developed a love for it and now it goes into everything. The more you play with seasonings, the more you will like it. Thank you for sharing my friend. ❤️

[@rosesitzenstock1315]

Wow one hour to cook a cup of rice. I rinse my rice. It only takes me 25 minutes to cook my perfect rice

[@virginiabarrientos165]

Looks great, thank you.

[@kurupudiveeralakshmi2173]

Kim

[@afolsom685]

Hi Rachel. I never thought of cooking white rice in a skillet. What a good idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@paisley293]

Hi Rachel! Well, it's goodbye rice cooker! lol The rice I made today with your intructions, turned out to be fluffier than the rice cooker. And it was deeelicious! 🤗Thank-YOU!

[@cherihabegger9856]

I have a skillet with a glass lid and I never thought of cooking rice in it! Thank you.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! I hope it works out for you my friend. ❤️

[@MargaretMargaretMargaret]

I just love listening to you, you sound just like an Auntie teaching me how to cook. 😊

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Wow, thank you my friend, I appreciate your comment. ❤️

[@carrieburton8667]

Rachel, I live in a high altitude, I used to live at sea level, and cooking and baking are a whole different animal 😂 Years ago my mom found a recipe where you bake the rice! This is the only way I can cook rice at my altitude and it turns out beautifully each time! When I moved to Colorado in 2017, I had to learn how to cook and bake at altitude, baking cakes used to be my thing, but not anymore! I’m still learning how to bake and it’s getting easier now, but I cried a lot when things didn’t come out right! Rice is one of my favorite things and I have mastered it at altitude 😊

[@veevee111]

The Basics, we have to master the Basics. Thanks, Rachel ❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Truth! ❤

[@glendamcdaniel9894]

Being part Asian, I have a pot for cooking rice I inherited from my mom and my siblings and I fought over it. I'm the oldest, so I got it. Our family rinsed the rice not only to get the starch out, but to remove arsenic. One cup of rice, add water, stick your index finger above the rice and add water until it reaches 3/4 of the way to the first line of your finger. Boil on high until half the water is gone. Lower heat to low when it stops boiling, cover tightly and cook for 20 minutes. I tell people not to buy a rice cooker because it is a waste of money and it's just another appliance in the way. No matter how you cook it, all that matters is that it turns out great like yours 😊😊. My mom use to sometimes overcook it because she liked a crispy bottom and my grandfather would take rice when it cooled down and make rice balls and sprinkle salt on them for us kids when we were little 😊😊😊😊

[@rachelcookswithlove]

How wonderful for you to share this, it all makes sense. I also like a crispy bottom sometimes and I'm gonna try the rice balls with salt, yum! Thank you for sharing my friend.❤

[@user-ig1vv8gy1y]

That's a nice family saga to share with rest of the world. Ty.

[@yvonnetran6689]

Total adian and we always use rice cooker...it's the best!!!

[@yvonnetran6689]

Asian..whoops

[@floralopez337]

White rice is so universal! You can have anything with and do many dishes with it too! I love to put just a little bit of garlic to give it an extra little kick! Gracias hermosa amiga for sharing this recipe! God bless you my friend! Sending a big hug to you! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much my friend, I love garlic in the rice too, and you're right about there being so many different ways of preparing rice. I think that is why I love Arroz Blanco Mexicano. Love and hugs.❤

[@Knit333]

Yummie, rice with a bit of butter😋.

[@zippy2641]

Took me 70 years to figure this out, but your simple technique does work well. I use non-stick, even proportions of rice/water, 20 min on the burner/simmer, and 10-15 min rest time. The biggest problem I used to have was rice burning or sticking badly to the pan. Pulling it off early letting the steam finish the cooking solves that problem.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

I'm so glad it works for you my friend, thank you for sharing. ❤

[@Shontaku]

If it took you 70 years to learn how to cook plain rice then you have failed at life.

[@asanta2023]

@@Shontakuwhat a cruel comment.

[@sansserif8839]

@@Shontaku If you can't be kind, especially to an elder, you most definitely have failed at life. Grow up.

[@greeneyes2256]

We use a 2 quart Revere Ware copper bottom pan we’ve had for 52 years. It never fails make perfect rice. We’re having some tonight with lentils.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Yum!! I love lentils my friend, and I love my Revere Ware cookware because they are oldies but goodies. Thank you for your comment. ❤

[@SwanseaTitanFan]

I think I just found my new rice recipe

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Enjoy my friend, just follow the steps carefully. Love and hugs. ❤

[@SwanseaTitanFan]

I made this rice for dinner tonight and had it with chicken. It was the best rice I’ve ever made. Thanks Rachel.

[@hattiem.7966]

My late M-I-L was a gourmet cook.She made her rice this way but with 2 🥤 of 🍚.

[@donsumner9268]

Thank you, Rachel! I like to add butter, cinnamon, and sugar for breakfast occasionally.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

How super yummy! Thank you for sharing my friend. ❤👍

[@susanb5058]

That sounds so good!

[@martiestewart8200]

Great tips and your cooking is awesome

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your comment my friend. ❤️

[@OlgaSRosas]

Wow Rachel, I have definitely got to try cooking it by your recipe. That looks so good & I love white rice!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Hope you like it! Thank you for your comment my friend. ❤️👍

[@user-to4hq5pl8m]

so gently perfect. You are the loveliest way to help those who are often giving up with so many items. Thank you, dearest Rachel!

[@lwood1970]

Love your videos you've given me so much information Awesome Thank You 🌹🙋🏻 Nana

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! I appreciate your comment Nana, thank you. ❤️

[@helenpeery]

Rachel, you are a fantastic cook! I love watching your shows. Your kitchen looks fantastic!!

[@donnadornbusch6738]

Rachel- you are the best!

[@Lorena-qy5lu]

Hola señora Rachel, I’m new to your channel and I’m so glad I found you, I’ve been binge watching your videos all night, there’s little details in your cooking that i can relate to as I myself do them too and that’s how I knew you were legit (besides the large amount of positive comments to your recipes) although I’m no pro or anywhere as good of a cook as you but with time and your recipes I know I’ll improve. Recién me junté and I started off with affordable cookware sets that aren’t the best of quality, as I watch your videos not only am I impressed with your recipes and teaching techniques, I’m also impressed with with your cookware, if possible can you make a video of your cookware and the brands? Or with a simple reply to my comment I’d be more than happy. I think it’s about that time I start investing in some quality cookware and I’m super impressed with the ones you use. With that being said, thank you for sharing all these amazing recipes and being the wonderful, beautiful woman that you are ❤

[@courtneycarter4493]

Thank you.💖 I never make it because I didn't know how☺ my mom always made it well....but she has passed on and I always buy easy microwave. But I'm so glad you showed us👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍💟

[@suepenner7401]

Hi Rachel. I just made your white rice in the frying pan. It turned out fantastic. I'm so happy and I thank you so much. I will be serving it with your Chili verde with Potatoes which is cooked yesterday. It's definitely a labor of love because the prep is time consuming. But it turned out incredible ( except a bit salty). I think it was that tablespoon of kosher salt. The meat was so tender and oh it was spicy so I will cut the Serrano peppers down to one next time. Rachel you're a phenomenal cook and I'm so grateful you are willing to teach us all. Thank you so much ♥️

[@ppageau]

Great tip and will show it off to my hubby because he says he’s the master rice cooker. I also made your Mexican rice, absolutely the best we’ve ever had. Hope you’re enjoying your new home❣️

[@user-fn3dq8qw6x]

I made this rice for the first time exactly the way you said it and it came out delicious thank you Rachel with love

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Wonderful! So happy to know that your rice was perfect my friend. ❤️👍

[@malakib1998]

Thank you, Rachel for showing me how to cook white rice on the stove top. I'm very old fashioned and only cook on a fire stove top. I know there's easy-to-use rice cookers but I prefer my rice exactly how you cooked it. Thank you for the tip about the starch. Take care. Can't wait to see your other recipe videos.🍚🧈

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! I love to cook on a fire cooktop too my friend. Love and hugs.❤️

[@harrietlivengood6793]

I love rice, that rice looks so fluffy and delicious. God bless you and your Ron.❤

[@lindacarter4891]

I love rice. Will try your method. Linda in N C.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you Linda, just follow the steps carefully my friend. ❤

[@user-pl7bn2rt2d]

Hello there Rachel. It is always so good to see you. Thank you so very much for the wonderful recipe. Looks absolutely delicious 😋🤤

[@colleengrisby5427]

The rice looks great, thank you for the recipe love your channel ❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much, I appreciate your comment my friend. ❤️

[@rubyballesteros3266]

Thank you for showing the correct way, I want my son to watch video since he likes cooking rice. Hoping for a better outcome.

[@elainevaldez44]

That’s the easiest recipe of white rice that I’ve seen online. I’m definitely going to try this ❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Hope you enjoy it my friend, thank you. ❤️

[@discovr4me]

Thank you. Good video! 😊

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thanks for watching! Love and hugs.❤️

[@kathleenstoin671]

I have to tell you that your channel is my absolute favorite cooking channel. You are so efficient and knowledgeable, and your recipes are delicious. Your videos are clear and easy to follow, and you speak clearly without a lot of extra "blather." Even the lighting and sound are excellent. I think anyone could learn to cook by following your recipes! So thank you so much for your time and expertise. I really appreciate what you are sharing with us!

[@janellepolley4808]

It was so nice meeting you a couple of months ago. I love your recipes.

[@rattata30]

You met a Texas star!?

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much my friend, I am so happy to have met you. Love and hugs.❤

[@bettyvillanueva5361]

Thank you so much. Also, for the tips. ❤❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! ❤️🥰

[@ramonabaiza7629]

Thank you for your wonderful videos. I've made so many of your recipes successfully. My mother taught me to bring about 4-5 cups of water to a boil add salt & 1 cup of rice. Lower heat & boil 15 minutes. Taste test some grains for doneness. When done to your liking strain & add a little butter & fluff with a fork. (Or don't add butter if saving rice to make Chinese fried rice) Saw this tecnique on Food Network a few years ago & the chef said it was a French technique.? Anyway it has worked for me for 50+ years.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Awesome!! Makes sense to me. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@sararalaniz]

Love love love this simple way.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you so much. ❤👍

[@roxeyserckie5414]

Looks perfectly cooked and fluffy.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Yes it is every time, thank you so much my friend. ❤😊

[@sherriebulechek8353]

Looks delicious

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you 😋❤️

[@Sumwherein]

Lots of love and air hugs from Houston ❤❤❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you! Love and air hugs right back to you. ❤😊

[@dmartin1203]

You can do so many things with it...I love white rice. I eat it with butter and Maggi. Now I know how to make it perfect! Thank you, Rachel...you're the best. 😋 Blessings, my beautiful friend❣️

[@barbarasue7191]

What is Maggi please?

[@dmartin1203]

@@barbarasue7191 I was trying to figure out how to show you a picture of the bottle...anyway...it's a sauce that's somewhat like soy sauce in look and texture, but not in taste, as there is no soy in it at all. It can be used in gravy, soup, stew, and I love it in rice. It's not as sharp tasting like soy sauce. You should be able to find it in the supermarket. However, I order mine from Amazon, and I get the original bottle that comes from Germany. Simply type in Maggi. Look for a brown glass bottle with a red cap and a yellow label with a red border and red lettering. It will always be your "secret" ingredient!

[@kitwren1797]

Maggi??????

[@TheMboss54]

Maggi is the best.

[@germainedubois8526]

Maggi is a savoury condiment, made with fermented wheat protein, is meatier, more complex and a little thicker than soy sauce.

[@DLHenderson-dy3hx]

I stumbled on your channel when looking for a Chorizo recipe (I now have 3 pounds of your Chorizo in my freezer). I was having problems with my rice and followed your instructions and I now have perfect rice (your White - Mexican and anything with rice in it has turned out perfect). I grew up living with my aunt and uncle when I was young (my uncle was from Monterey, Mexico). He loved to cook, but was never one to write down a recipe (he passed away many years ago). I also love to cook and have had to make up so many meals I could remember from him, but they never turned out like his. Your recipes have have brought back the taste - flavors and textures from my youth. Your recipes have never failed to come out perfect every time (I just made your apple fritters they other day **perfect**). I just wanted to say your recipes are easy to follow and taste delicious. I'm so glad I found your channel. Thumbs up and ring that bell for - Rachel cooks with love. I have to say your channel is my favorite out of all the channels I subscribe too.

[@marycollins7058]

l do not waste any water to wash my rice what l do is take a bowl and fill it with water and let the rice sit. After a few minutes when the water becomes white (starch) l do one more time. The second time the water is clear and l am ready to cook the rice.

[@zippy2641]

What did you do with the first bowl of water??

[@isabeld.9926]

I do the same. I do it three times.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Thank you for sharing my friend. ❤

[@donnamullins2089]

Yes I always wash my rice. Make it delicious. Thanks Rachel.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

My pleasure my friend, thank you. ❤️😊

[@LauraRodriguez-Peace]

Thanks, Rachel! Abrazos! 🧡

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Gracias a ti! Abrazos my friend. ❤️

[@alananderson4145]

I just love rice !!!! But I have never cooked it in a skillet!! Your rice looked soooo good !! I just love your videos you remind me so much of my precious grandma !!! She cooked everything from scratch and never used a recipe !! Thank you for sharing and caring 🙌🏼👊👍🏿👏🏿🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❌⭕️❌❤️😉🎈❣️🍭

[@ginahernandez3219]

Thanks for sharing your recipe, Rachel ❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! Hugs my friend. ❤️

[@ginahernandez3219]

@@rachelcookswithlove Happy Mother’s Day Rachel ❤️

[@lindahughes530]

Thanks ❤️

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome 😊❤️

[@deliagarcia3350]

Thank you

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend. ❤️

[@knightblossom8407]

That's so much easier than getting out a rice cooker or messing with the instant pot! Thank you for sharing that with us!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

It really is my friend, I agree. Thank you so much. ❤

[@melanieeaton3344]

I tried your recipe and it worked! The rice was perfect because of you. Thank you, Rachel.

[@ja_Iam]

Thank You Rachel ❤Absolutely perfect!! I have fixed rice twice now using this method and it has been amazing!! No muss No fuss 🥰👍👍👍🥰

[@mariavasquez1297]

❤ white rice so delicious

[@rachelcookswithlove]

It really is! ❤️👍

[@joypolk3093]

Rachel, another excellent video🤩. Thanks so much👏

[@fields-n-feathers]

Thank you! I will absolutely try this!🧡

[@wandamyers2690]

Thanks, sweet lady 💖🍚

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome my friend, love and hugs. ❤️👍

[@vallis1469]

Absolutely gorgeous! And the rice isn't half bad either! ha Love it. Thank you so much, Rachel.

[@kitwren1797]

Thank you so much for showing this! I have always avoided trying to do it on the stove.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Your welcome my friend, you can do it just remember to simmer on low and let it rest 15-20 minutes. ❤

[@cadmx48]

Rachel, you read my mind! I was wondering if you had a video on white rice. I actually made some with your recipe of tortitas de pollo en salsa roja. The combination of the white rice with that dish was very good. I wasn't quite satisfied with my rice so that's why I was wondering if you had a video on white rice😂😂

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Wow! So hoping this rice recipe will help, just remember to simmer on low and let it rest. Thank you. ❤

[@kymburriss4260]

I love rice, and fix it often

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Me too! ❤👍

[@JudyRedihan]

Rachel, I have always had trouble with white rice. This video is so helpful! Your wonderful! Thank you!

[@lindamoore4043]

Love your instructions! You are the best.

[@tinkerdee5923]

Great instructional video !!! Thank you 🙏 for sharing !!!!

[@groovyhippiechick]

Hi Rachel! I’ve been making a lot of your dishes and I’m so grateful to have found your channel. I have recently stopped eating dairy due to it bothering me. Instead of butter could I use say, olive or avocado oil? Thank you for sharing your wonderful dishes! 🫶🏼🤗

[@anthonydauphin1878]

Thank you for the tip Rachel. God Bless.

[@markbrookes6557]

Always like reading the God Bless comments.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! ❤️🥰

[@Lunatic717]

Thank you Rachael. I love watching your videos. I always learn something new.!!

[@melindaoliver5449]

Miss Rachel thank you for showing me the simple technique on how to cook white rice I was amazed because I've been doing it wrong for so long thank you so much I'm going to try it tonight and I enjoy your show and your recipes thank you for sharing I'm from Arkansas

[@maryMartinez1813]

Rachel, now I know how to make white rice and I like this. Thanks

[@rosemarieperrotti2742]

Perfect , thank you

[@samanthatimbers7902]

I’ve been having the hardest time getting my white rice perfect, thank you! ❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

I hope it works out for you, just follow the steps and remember to simmer on low and ket it rest.❤😊

[@user-tv2ki8cw9n]

Fantastic! Thank you

[@maggiemartin5754]

Rachel, I love your videos and you. ❤ You're a natural in this medium! Your instructions are so clear. I've loved cooking for 65+ years and teaching my kids and grandchildren. Age and health don't allow me to do much anymore, so I now love sharing your videos so they'll continue learning. Thank you! And keep up the excellent videos. ❤

[@teresaoliveira686]

Looks very good thank you lady🌹

[@annl8722]

It took me years to make rice like my mom's. Thanks for the recipe.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are most welcome my friend. ❤️

[@user-bf1dl9mt3v]

Thanks for the tip

[@annaechevarria3804]

Watching your video from Tennessee ❤ Rice looks delicious 😋

[@carlaatkins2619]

Excellent.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Many thanks! ❤️🥰

[@user-oe9by9hv7i]

I have tryed to make rice perfict for years. Thank you for making it seem so simple.

[@trailerparkcryptoking5213]

Besides the rice looking great, Rachel you look stunning here....that shirt and apron go well together!

[@user-up8bb7pr2g]

Thank you! Gonna try your way❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

I hope you enjoy it my friend, thank you. ❤

[@lindaduetsch8788]

Yummy that I'm so good, thank you for showing us. I'm gonna try it that way for sure

[@kateg7298]

Once you have the measurements and the time right - like your recipe, you never have to deal with burnt or hard rice again. For more people just double the recipe. I did everything the same as you do except for the timing, I was going 20 minutes cook time. But, I'm going to try your method of 14 minutes tomorrow. Thanks, Rachel.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

I agree, alot has to do with the type of skillet you're using, rinsing and the low simmer and letting it rest. Thank you for your comment. ❤

[@utahbones3094]

You’re my favorite evertime it comes out.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Aw! Thank you for your sweet comment and support of my channel my friend. ❤

[@farahkitchensecrets1394]

So delicious ❤🎉thanks for sharing 😊

[@user-un9tv3nl9v]

Gonna have to try this. Mine always comes out sticky. I've been using the instant rice, but just not the same. Thank you for sharing.

[@zippy2641]

Ditch the instant rice...

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You are so welcome! I hope you enjoy this recipe, just follow the steps carefully my friend. ❤️

[@desertraider]

Some cilantro white rice sounds good right about now. 🍚

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Yummy! I love cilantro lime rice. ❤👍

[@robinterry4191]

Your rice looks very good thank you. Have a wonderful day.❤😊

[@rachelcookswithlove]

Same to you, thank you do much.❤️

[@perpetualkalero7839]

Lovely I have learned it was difficult for to cool white Rice

[@Rocio36800]

Thank you 🙏

[@LacHong3541]

Thank you!!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome! ❤️

[@margaritapineda3240]

Looks delicious 😋

[@bodeansmith8173]

Thank you Rachel perfect Rice💛💚Blessings Bodi

[@user-ig1vv8gy1y]

Ms Rachel this was a simplistic way to cook white 🍚 rice. Glad I found you.

[@rachelcookswithlove]

So glad to hear that, Thank you ❤️❤️

[@ddoucet569]

Thx❤❤

[@rachelcookswithlove]

You're welcome my friend. ❤

[@suecolbert1047]

Thanks, Rachel! It Looks Perfect!'❤😂😅😊🎉🎉🎉❤

[@H3H3HEE]

I KNOW THATS RIGHT GIRL!

[@rachelcookswithlove]

❤🥰

[@mariamelo2586]

Thanks for the information

[@deannealbrecht774]

I tried my hand at flour tortillas a couple of days ago. They weren't pretty, but oh boy, were they delicious. Thanks for all of the great recipes.

[@margaritaaconcemata783]

Hi. Love all your recipes…