All six methods started with the same prep — rinsing and soaking the rice for 30 minutes — to remove surface starch and ensure tender, separate grains. Baking basmati rice in a 375°F oven ...

Stovetop: Bring water to a boil in a pot, add the rice, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Cooking times will vary based on the type of rice. Rice Cooker: Add water and rice directly to the cooker ...

Once you master this simple method, it’s also easy to enhance the rice with flavorings, even just butter. Cons: Cooking on the stovetop requires a bit more attention than other methods.

According to Good Food, cooking rice is “easy” provided you follow a few simple rules. Do so and you’ll “never make a clumpy, sticky or glutinous mess again”.

Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Rating: 6/10 Method: Place rinsed rice, water, and salt in a programmable multicooker, like an Instant Pot, cover and lock with a lid, then ...