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How To Cook Foolproof Brown Rice

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The best way to cook amazing food is to master the basics. Perfect brown rice is so versatile, whether for stir-fries, burrito bowls, or serving alongside grilled fish and veggies.


serves/makes:
  
ready in:
  30-60 minutes

ingredients

1 cup regular brown rice (not instant)
2 cups water

directions

Combine the rice and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, uncovered.

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid.

Turn off the heat and leave covered for 5 more minutes.

Remove the cover and fluff the rice with a fork. Serve immediately or chill to use in salads.


nutrition data

344 calories, 3 grams fat, 72 grams carbohydrates, 7 grams protein per serving. This recipe is low in sodium. This recipe is low in fat.
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reviews & comments

  1. Kirk

    The brown rice I've made always requires 1/8 to 1/4 cup more water. So for 1 cup of brown rice 2 1/8 cups of water are required. I also boil the water with salt before adding the rice. Thank you

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