You’ve got your ⅔ cup of dry, rinsed rice. Now, what about the water? Stick with the 1:2 ratio for water to dry rice. So, to cook that ⅔ cup of dry rice, you’ll use about 1⅓ cups of water. Bring it to a boil, pop a lid on it, and let it simmer on low for about 15–18 minutes.
Pro tip: Don’t lift the lid to peek. It’s not a surprise party in there. Every time you lift the lid, you let out steam, and your rice gets sad and chewy. Trust the process. Let that pot do its magic.
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When the timer goes off, turn off the heat but leave the lid on for another 5–10 minutes. This is called "resting," and even rice deserves a little spa time. After that, fluff it with a fork. Boom. You now have exactly 2 cups of perfectly cooked rice, and you didn’t even need a calculator.
A Quick Note on Rice Variety (Because Yes, They're All Different)
If you’re using sushi rice, it’s stickier and plumps up a bit less. For 2 cups cooked sushi rice, use about ¾ cup dry. If you’re using basmati, it fluffs up beautifully, so stick with the ⅔ cup rule. For wild rice? Honestly, that stuff is a rebel—it triples in volume, so start with ½ cup dry for 2 cups cooked. You’re welcome.
Don’t stress over these details. Rice is forgiving. It wants you to succeed. Even if you accidentally use a little too much water, you’ll end up with soft, cozy rice that is perfect for a bowl meal. And if you undercook it? Just add a splash of water and steam it a bit longer. No one is judging you.
And here’s a hilarious truth I’ve learned: no matter what you do, someone will tell you their grandma’s recipe is better. That’s fine. Your rice is still delicious. You made it. You conquered the stove. That’s a win.
