Why you should add a pinch of salt to a pot of rice: advice from experienced housewives

05.05.2023 14:16

Many housewives who cook rice in their kitchens do not know how to cook it properly so that it turns out crumbly, aromatic and does not stick to the pan.

Sometimes you have to deal with the problem that rice turns into a sticky mass during cooking, becomes bland and viscous.

How to cook delicious rice

Pay attention to this non-obvious nuance – the correct choice of pan.

To cook rice, you need to choose a suitable pot with sufficient volume so that the rice moves freely inside and the water boils freely without splashing out.

Rice is cooked based on the calculation that for 1 cup of grain you need a saucepan with a capacity of 1.5 to 2 liters, taking into account the following proportions: for 1 part of rice you need to take up to 2-2.5 parts of water.

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Secrets of Cooking Rice

To cook rice properly, place it in cold water.

Another important trick when cooking rice will allow you to cook the product perfectly crumbly and undigested. It's all about salt, a pinch of which must be added to the pan when the water boils.

Do not remove the lid during cooking to stop rapid evaporation of water.

Consider these important factors to help you cook delicious, nutritious rice that stays fluffy all the time.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor


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