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This easy and tasty single-serving rice recipe brings a delightful and fluffy bowl of comfort with minimal effort.
Craving a bowl of fluffy, fragrant rice but don’t want to cook a mountain of it? You’ve hit the rice jackpot! Follow along for a step-by-step guide to making the perfect single serving of rice that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. No waste, no fuss, just rice perfection.
About the Perfect Solo Rice Delight
Craving a comforting bowl of rice but don’t want a mountain of leftovers? This recipe is your golden ticket! Think fluffy, steamy rice, perfectly cooked every single time – just for you. No more, no less. Bliss in every bite.
- Cuisine Type: Universal Comfort Food
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Method: Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil
Cooking Instructions
- Rinse 1/2 cup of white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Give it a nice shower!
- In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Keep your eyes on it – no runaway bubbles!
- Add the rinsed rice to the boiling water.
- Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of salt and add 1 teaspoon of butter or olive oil. It’s like giving your rice a spa treatment.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. No peeking! Rice likes its privacy while cooking.
- After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Patience, young grasshopper.
- Fluff with a fork and serve yourself a well-deserved, perfectly portioned bowl of rice. Bon Appétit!
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap white rice for brown rice or quinoa. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Garnishing Options: Garnish with chopped parsley, grated cheese, or a squeeze of lemon for extra zing.
- Cooking Tips: If you’re feeling adventurous, toss in a pinch of saffron or turmeric to give your rice a lovely hue and subtle flavor.
