September 21, 2024

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When i looked back how i used to cook my rice for my family, sometimes it comes out brownish, sometimes white. All this times

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i was thinking it was from the brands. Tho brands contributes but,,,no matter the kind of brand…for you to be sure you are sure of getting

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a pure white rice…this is the magic recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 cups water
  • lemon juice

Now this is the Magic.

  1. Rinse the Rice Thoroughly: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch, which can make the rice appear cloudy. Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer to ensure thorough cleaning.
  2. Soak the Rice: Soaking the rice in cold water for 30 minutes to 1 hour before cooking can help remove additional surface starch and make the grains whiter when cooked.
  3. Use Distilled Water: Using distilled or purified water instead of tap water can help prevent impurities and minerals in the water from affecting the appearance of the rice.
  4. Avoid Overcooking: Be careful not to overcook the rice, as this can cause it to become mushy and lose its white appearance. Follow the recommended cooking time and avoid stirring the rice too much while it’s cooking to prevent it from becoming sticky.
  5. Add a Splash of Lemon Juice: Adding a small amount of lemon juice to the water while cooking the rice can help brighten its color and make it appear whiter. Use just a teaspoon or two of lemon juice for every cup of water.
  6. Use a Rice Cooker: Rice cookers often produce whiter rice compared to cooking rice on the stove top. The controlled cooking environment of a rice cooker can help ensure that the rice cooks evenly and retains its white color.
  7. Fluff the Rice: After cooking, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains and release excess moisture. This can help improve the appearance of the rice and make it look whiter.

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