How long to cook rice and how to know if it is ready?

Those who cook rice rarely, it is better to rely on the time it takes to cook this dish. It is usually indicated on the package. If it is bought in bulk, you can be guided by the following figures:

In the pot:

1. Long-grain rice is boiled for 18-20 minutes. The proportion of water varies depending on the variety. For example, basmati takes 1.5 parts water per 1 part. For the jasmine variety, 1.7 parts liquid is already required.
2. For round-grain rice, the proportions of water may differ depending on what it is being prepared for. It is used for sushi, risotto, and desserts. It is also used for pilaf and rice porridge. The cooking time is 20-25 minutes.
3. Brown wild rice, also called brown rice, takes longer to cook. It is sold raw, so it is more useful. If it is pre-soaked, it will take about 40 minutes to cook. Without soaking, the time increases by another quarter of an hour.

Cooking time in the multicooker:

• white - 30 minutes;
• steamed - 30-40 minutes;
• brown - 50 minutes;
• wild - 50-60 minutes.

In the microwave cook white and steamed rice for 15-20 minutes. Brown and wild - 25-30 minutes.

Important! Cereal contains starch, which is responsible for stickiness. To make the rice crumbly, it is washed under cold water until the liquid becomes clear.

How to spot when the rice is cooked

Experienced cooks can tell if rice is ready by the taste and smell. Rice becomes clearer and crumbly. The aroma of rice porridge begins to be felt 5-7 minutes before it is fully cooked. By this time, there is almost no liquid left in the bowl.

To finally make sure that the dish is ready, you can take it on the tip of a spoon, cool it a bit and taste it.

What to do if the rice is not cooked?

Uncooked rice poured on a plate, spray it with a sprayer and put it in the microwave for a couple of minutes. The procedure is repeated until the dish is fully cooked.