For even more flavor, try using chicken or vegetable broth instead of water. Adjust the amount of water slightly depending on your microwave's power. If the rice is too dry, add a tablespoon or two of water in the final minute of cooking. Be careful when removing the cover after microwaving, as steam will escape. For brown rice, you'll need to increase the cooking time and water. A good starting point is 2 cups of water and 20-25 minutes of total cooking time.
Microwave Rice
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME12 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS9
Achieve fluffy, perfectly cooked rice effortlessly with this simple microwave method. A foolproof technique for busy weeknights!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate37 g
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Cholesterol3 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium365 mg
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Gather all ingredients.
02
Step
0 mins
Rinse rice using a fine-mesh strainer, gently stirring by hand, until the water runs mostly clear. This removes excess starch and prevents stickiness.
03
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Thoroughly drain the rice and place it in an 8-cup microwave-safe bowl or container. Add water, butter or oil, and salt.
04
Step
9 mins
Microwave uncovered on HIGH until the water is mostly absorbed and small steam holes appear on the surface, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
05
Step
10 mins
Cover tightly with microwave-safe plastic wrap, a lid, or a plate. Microwave on HIGH for 4 more minutes until the rice is tender and the water is fully absorbed. Let stand, covered, for 6 minutes to allow the steam to evenly distribute and finish cooking the rice.
06
Step
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Uncover and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Taste and if the rice is not yet tender, cover and microwave on HIGH in 1-minute intervals as needed until it reaches the desired consistency.
07
Step
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Serve immediately as a side dish or use in your favorite recipes.
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Yessenia Jenkins
Jun 30, 2025I found that my microwave needed a little longer, but the instructions were clear and helpful.
Matteo Price
Jun 26, 2025I never thought I could make rice this good in the microwave! So easy and perfect every time.
Chaz Goyette
Jun 26, 2025This is now my go-to method for cooking rice. No more mushy rice on the stovetop!
Henderson Okeefe
Jun 25, 2025Great recipe! I added a bay leaf for extra flavor and it turned out amazing.