Fragrant Jasmine Rice

Ingredients

Jasmine rice

1 cup

Water

1 1/2 cups

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

1. Begin by rinsing the jasmine rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear. This step removes excess starch and helps achieve the perfect fluffy texture.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed jasmine rice, water, and salt. Stir gently to distribute the salt.
3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, watching it closely to prevent it from boiling over.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender yet still holds its shape.
5. After cooking, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. This resting period allows the rice to finish steaming.
6. Finally, fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving to separate the grains and enhance the texture.