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Chapter 04 — Travel, Food & Lifestyle

How do I cook rice properly?

Rinse until the water runs clear. Use 1 part rice to 1.5 parts water for white, 1 to 2 for brown. Bring to a boil, cover, drop to lowest heat for 12 minutes (25 for brown), then rest off heat for 10 minutes without lifting the lid.

Follow-up questions

Why is my rice mushy?

Too much water, lid lifted during cooking, or no resting time. Resist stirring.

How do I cook basmati or jasmine rice?

Same method, but ratio is 1:1.5, soak 20 minutes first for basmati. Fluff with a fork, never a spoon.

Is leftover rice dangerous?

Cool within an hour, refrigerate, eat within 2 days, reheat until steaming. The risk is a heat-resistant bacterium that grows at room temperature.

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