How to Cook Perfect Brown Rice - Pure and Plant-Based

Easy step-by-step instructions on how to cook brown rice perfectly on the stove in just 4 steps. Never have mushy or crunchy brown rice again.

Brown rice is an incredibly healthy whole grain that is a great addition to any diet. This nutrient dense grain has a multitude of health benefits however, it can be difficult to properly cook. It either turns out far too mushy or crunchy.

It’s a fine balance when trying to cook brown rice. Getting the perfect consistency and texture can seem almost impossible. For years we tried everything from an instant pot and crock pot to a rice cooker and yet nothing seemed to do the trick. It wasn’t until I tried this method that the brown rice came out perfect every time without fail. Plus, this can all be done on the stove top with no need for any additional appliances.

Method

1. Start by putting rice into a fine mesh strainer. Run the rice under running water and rinse thoroughly. This rinses off the starches as well as lot of the toxins present in rice. Rinsing off the starches helps prevent the rice from getting too sticky.

2. Add the rice to a saucepan and cover completely with water. Similar to how you would when you are cooking pasta.

3. Next, boil the rice on medium heat for about 45 minutes. Around the 40 minute mark take a spoon and test the rice. If you like your rice softer you can let cook for a few minutes longer and take off sooner if you prefer firmer rice.

4. Once the rice if finished cooking, drain the water. Put the rice back into the strainer and rinse thoroughly. Once rinsed, the rice is finished and you can continue with your recipe.

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