Ingredients
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- 2 cups japonica rice
- 2 ½ cups water
- Salt (to taste, optional)
Instructions
- Measure and rinse the japonica rice under cold running water until the water runs clear.
- Soak the rice in fresh water for about 30 minutes to 1 hour, then drain.
- Place the drained rice into a rice cooker or pot, add 2 ½ cups of water and optional salt, and cook according to your method.
- After cooking, let it sit for 10 minutes, fluff with a paddle or fork, and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the rice for up to 3 months.
- Experiment with toppings like sesame seeds or soy sauce for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240 Kcal
- Sugar: 0.1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg