How Do You Cook Jasmine Rice? Jake’s Farmhouse Method for Fluffy Perfection
Jake’s tried-and-true farmhouse method for perfect jasmine rice—fluffy, fragrant, and never mushy. Whether it’s tucked under stew or served with stir-fried garden veggies, this pantry staple gets the treatment it deserves.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Farmhouse
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Thai jasmine rice (long-grain, high quality)
- 1¼ cups water (or chicken broth for extra flavor)
- Optional: 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp butter, or a slice of fresh ginger
- Optional for serving: fresh herbs, olive oil, or a sprinkle of salt
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in cold water 2–3 times until the water runs nearly clear. Drain well.
- In a medium, heavy-bottomed pot, combine 1 cup rinsed jasmine rice with 1¼ cups water (or broth).
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Stir once, cover tightly with a lid, and reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 more minutes.
- Fluff gently with a fork and serve warm. Garnish with herbs or butter, if desired.
Notes
Don’t skip rinsing—it removes excess starch for fluffy results. For flavor, cook in broth or add aromatics like bay leaf or garlic. Avoid peeking while it steams—patience makes perfect rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup cooked
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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