Say goodbye to mushy rice!
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Ifriceis a staple in your meal prep, you need a rice cooker.
Think of a rice cooker as the bumpers on a bowling laneits there to ensure your success.
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The water in the pot keeps the temperature from exceeding the boiling point.
Heres how to use a rice cooker, for the fluffiest rice every time.
What Is a Rice Cooker?
A rice cooker is anelectronic kitchen appliancedesigned to cook fluffy, steamy rice.
Here are a handful of tips to keep in mind when using a rice cooker at home.
Always wash rice
Rinsing the rice before cookingis a non-negotiable for many, and with good reason.
Washing away the excess starch helps prevent your rice from becoming a congealed, goopy mass, says Huang.
Know the correct water to rice ratio
The ratio of rice to water is key.
“Much like with your favorite plants, learn your favorite rices preferred water intake.
Or you will create much sorrow.
Experiment with different aromatics
Rice cookers can do more than just cook plain rice.
Huang suggests playing around with aromatics and fat to add flavor to the rice.
Be patient
Being patient with your rice cooker can also reap benefits.
