AUTHENTIC ASIAN HOME-STYLE RICE

2 cups medium grain rice
2 1/2 cups water

Place rice in a wire mesh colander; rinse under cold water until water runs clear, about 1 mm. Place rinsed rice and water in a small (approx 2-1/2 quart) saucepan; place over HIGH heat. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes until water is reduced by about one-half.

Reduce heat to MEDIUM. Cook, partially covered, about 5 minutes more until water is not visible above rice.

Turn heat to LOW. Simmer, covered, about 5 minutes, until water has completely evaporated.

Turn off burner. Let rice sit on burner, covered, for 5 minutes. Serve.

Leftover rice can be saved to make fried rice.

COOKING TIP:
Never stir rice while cooking.

Serves 6-8
From: Recipelink.com
Source: Recipe pamphlet: Discover the Orient, Cooking with Asian Vegeatbles, 1998