By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 6
28 min
Indonesian Steamed White Rice
Recipe GLPR72a39621d889a0
A simple, wholesome steamed rice dish prepared using the traditional Indonesian method. Long-grain white rice is cooked with water to create fluffy, perfectly tender grains. This versatile staple pairs beautifully with curries, stews, and other savory dishes, serving as an ideal foundation for any meal.
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Ingredients
4 cups long-grain white rice
6 cups water
Directions
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water in a fine-mesh strainer, stirring gently with your hand for about 2 minutes until the water runs mostly clear. This removes excess starch and helps achieve fluffy, separated grains.
Transfer the rinsed rice to a medium saucepan and add the water. Stir briefly to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, uncovered, without stirring.
Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15–17 minutes until all water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove from heat and let the covered rice rest for 5 minutes. This allows the steam to finish cooking and the grains to firm up slightly.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, breaking up any clumps. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot.
Comments
White rice is a staple at every Charlotte grocery chain and costs under $1 per serving even at premium stores. The stated 28 minutes is honest for steaming from a cold start, though most home cooks would use a rice cooker and get the same result in 20 minutes with zero attention. This is a functional weeknight side for six people that reheats perfectly and requires no special shopping, making it reliable if undramatic. The only minor drawback is that the recipe offers no seasonings or variations, so it reads as bare-bones rather than a finished dish to build a meal around.
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