Korean Steamed White Rice

Name: Korean Steamed White Rice
Ingredients: Short-grain white rice (2 cups); Water (2.5 cups); Salt (1/4 teaspoon)

Korean: 백미밥

"Authentic Korean steamed white rice recipe - school lunch favorite. Perfect side dish for any Korean meal with simple ingredients."

Calories 206 kcal

Carbs 45g

Protein 4g

Fat 0.3g

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Instead of Short-grain white rice

Use: Medium-grain white rice or sushi rice

Reason: Provides similar texture; long-grain rice is too dry

Instead of Short-grain white rice

Use: Jasmine or arborio rice

Reason: Available in Western markets; slightly different taste but acceptable

Instead of Water

Use: Chicken or vegetable broth

Reason: Adds subtle flavor enhancement

1
Rinse rice under cold water 3-4 times until water runs clear
2
Add rinsed rice to rice cooker or pot with 2.5 cups water and salt
3
If using rice cooker, press start button and wait until complete
4
If using stovetop pot, bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 18-20 minutes
5
Let rice rest 5 minutes before serving
6
Fluff with fork and serve hot

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