Korean Rice (Stovetop Method)

Make soft, fluffy Korean short-grain rice on the stove in about 30 minutes. This simple pot method gives you glossy, tender rice perfect for everyday Korean meals.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cup (480 ml) short grain or medium grain rice
• 2 1/2 cup (600 ml) water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Add enough water to cover the rice, swirl once or twice, and drain immediately to remove the milky water. Rinse 3–4 more times until the water looks mostly clear. Drain well in a fine-mesh strainer.
2. 2Transfer the drained rice to a heavy-bottomed pot. Add the measured water (based on your rice-to-water ratio) and let it soak for about 10 minutes.
3. 3Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10–12 minutes, keeping the lid closed as much as possible.
4. 4Turn off the heat and let the rice steam for 5–10 minutes. Fluff gently with a rice paddle or fork before serving.