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🥕Ingredient Preparation
Washing Rice Until Clear
A prep technique that removes excess starch for fluffier, more separate grains.
Steps
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Place rice in a large bowl and cover with cold water.
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Swirl gently by hand for 10-15 seconds to release starch.
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Drain cloudy water without losing grains.
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Repeat 3-5 times until water is mostly clear.
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Drain fully and cook according to your recipe.
💡Pro Tips
- •For creamier rice, wash slightly less.
- •Use a fine sieve when draining small-grain rice.
- •After washing, rest rice 10 minutes for even hydration.
⚠️Common Mistakes
- •Skipping rinsing and getting unwanted stickiness.
- •Aggressive stirring that breaks grains.
- •Incomplete draining that disrupts water-to-rice ratio.
