TV cook and SunRice ambassador Poh Ling Yeow knows or two about cooking rice. So we asked the kitchen wizard to reveal her fail safe ‘how to cook rice’ secrets. “Rice is such a simple thing to cook when done with the right technique,” explains Poh. “Yet it is still the second most popular ‘how to cook’ search term on Google.” Here, Poh shares her secret rice tricks and tips, and reveals the best grains to use for different dishes. ABSORPTION METHOD “There are three standard ways to cook rice, and absorption is my favourite!” says Poh. “This type of cooking is perfect for salads or fried rice as the grain stays nice and firm.” Poh’s Top Rice TipsUse a non stick pot with a lid1 cup of rice = 1.5 cups of waterBring it to the boilLeave lid on and sit for 15 minutesWhen cooked let rest for 5 minutesUse a spatula to lift the grains BOILING METHOD “Another simple method for cooking rice is to gently boil it - once cooked you’ll need to make sure you strain the rice,” explains Poh. “However, the easiest way to cook rice is with a rice cooker.” Poh’s Top Rice Tips2 litres of hot/cold waterAdd 1 cup of riceBring it to the boilOnce water is boiling rigorously turn heat down to a gentle boil for 15 minutesWhile cooking, stir riceOnce cooked, then strain RICE COOKER “The easiest way to cook rice is with a rice cooker,” suggests Poh. Poh’s Top Rice TipsUse the rice cooker’s measuring cups and instructions (usually ¾ cup)Measure water to the notches insider the cookerPut lid on and press start BROWN RICE Poh’s Top Rice TipsUse the absorption method1 cup of brown rice with 2 cups of waterStir softlyBring it to the boilThen pop lid onSimmer for 25 minutesRest for 5 minutes Q. How much rice do I need? A. 1 cup of uncooked rice = 3 cups of cooked riceThis will feed 2-3 peopleIf using a rice cooker, follow the cooker’s instructions as their cups are usually ¾ Q. Should I wash my rice before cooking? A. You can for longer grains if you want good separationWith Australian rice, you don’t have toDon’t rinse your rice for desserts, sushi or risotto TV Cook and author Poh Ling Yeow is the SunRice ambassador. Recipes courtesy of SunRice. https://womenlove.health/food/one-pot-rice-broccoli-cherry-tomatoes/
