How To Cook Perfect Brown Rice On The Stove Recipes

Learning how to cook brown rice is like scrambling eggs or cooking a juicy chicken breast-it's one of those essential culinary skills that every home cook should master. When gently simmered on the stovetop, brown rice makes a perfect whole grain base for veggie-packed burrito bowls, stir fries, and stuffed peppers. It's also an endlessly versatile side that pairs well with just about any protein or vegetable. Follow our basic stovetop method to make ultra-fluffy brown rice, every single time. But first-take these 5 trusted tips for perfect rice to heart: Stick to the Ratio. The secret to cooking perfect brown rice lies in one easy ratio: 1 cup brown rice to 2 ½ cups liquid. Swear by it, and you'll never make sad, mushy rice again. (Our recipe uses a combo of chicken stock and water, but you can also use vegetable stock.) Simmer Means Simmer. Keep your rice humming along at a steady simmer to prevent the bottom from burning. You'll know if you need to crank the heat down if you notice excess steam escaping through the lid of the pan. No Peeking. Resist the urge to remove the lid while your rice is cooking-doing so lets out precious steam that helps gently cook the rice. Choose the Right Pan. Use a saucepan that's too small, and the liquid is likely to spill over during cooking. For 1 cup of rice, a 2-quart, medium-sized saucepan does the trick. Don't Forget to Rest. The same resting rules for chicken or steak also apply to rice. Allowing the rice to cool for several minutes with the lid on gives it a firmer texture (and prevents it from burning the roof of your mouth).

Provided by Cooking Light

Time 50m

Yield Serves 5 (serving size: about ¾ cup)

Number Of Ingredients 6

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 1 g

Though it's easy to do, preparing brown rice can seem daunting when you're trying to get that perfect not-too-chewy, not-too-soggy texture. This method produces flawless results every time with little fuss!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

• Ingredients

Nothing exotic here except perfect brown rice every time. I was surprised that there was no recipe for this already. I hated making brown rice on the stove top, so I have used this for almost 20 years. Smells like popcorn when it is baking. Be creative! Add spices to match any meal. Make a double recipe and you have the beginnings for a breakfast frittata or stir fried rice.

Provided by MATHGOD

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 198.9 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

• Ingredients

I am a terrible rice cook, but once I tried this method I can be confident that it will turn out every time!

Provided by mom2threelittleones

Categories     Main Dish Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 420.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g