Perfect White Rice
by Chef Stefano Barbato · 938K subscribers on YouTube
Learn how to make perfect white rice, fluffy and never overcooked. This technique works for all types of rice, from arborio to whole grain, red, and black rice. Follow the exact steps for washing, cooking, and steaming to achieve separated grains ideal for accompanying meat, fish, or vegetables.
- Difficulty
- medium
Ingredients
4 items- 500 gArborio RiceUse any type except parboiled rice. For whole grain, red, or black rice, soak 4-5 hours before cooking.
- 500 mlWaterAmount may vary depending on rice type and pot. Adjust to cover rice by 1 cm (white) or 3 cm (whole grain).
- 2 tbspExtra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbspSaltUse level tablespoon.
Method
- Wash the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- Optional: For whole grain, red, or black rice, soak for 4-5 hours before washing.
- Place the washed rice in a pot and add cold water so that it covers the rice by 1 cm (one finger) for white rice, or 3 cm (three fingers) for whole grain varieties.
- Add 1 tablespoon of salt and stir to dissolve.
- Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and stir.
- Place the pot on medium heat without a lid. Do not stir the rice.
- When the water is almost absorbed and only a thin layer remains on the bottom, make a small hole in the center with a wooden spoon to check. If little water remains, proceed.
- Stir the rice gently to loosen the grains. The first cooking phase is complete.
- Cover the pot, reduce the heat to the lowest setting (use a heat diffuser if available), and continue cooking.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes for white rice, or 25-30 minutes for whole grain, red, or black rice. After 15 minutes, check the doneness by tasting. If you open the lid, replace it immediately to retain steam.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork or spoon to separate the grains.
- Optional: Serve by inverting a bowl of rice onto the plate for a neat presentation.
Chef Stefano Barbato
Professional chef938K subscribers on YouTube236.9M total channel views"Benvenuti nella mia cucina! Sono lo Chef Stefano Barbato e qui condivido con voi la mia passione per il buon cibo. Dalle tecniche professionali spiegate passo dopo passo alle ricette della tradizione italiana, il mio obiettivo è rendere la grande cucina accessibile a tutti. Che sia un primo cremoso o una delle mie 'bambine cattive' appena sfornate, ogni piatto è fatto con amore. Sarà buono o non sarà buono? Iscrivetevi per scoprirlo insieme a me! 👨🍳🇮🇹" Hola y bienvenidos a mi canal de video recetas en español los encuentra aquí https://www.youtube.com/user/ChefStefanoBarbatoEs Chef Stefano Barbato
