How to Fluff Rice

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Fluffing rice is a great way to avoid the grains from sticking to each other and going gluggy. To make perfectly fluffy rice, simply leave the rice to rest for 10 minutes and then use a carving fork or rice paddle to gently mix the rice. This will help to aerate the rice and remove any lumps, leaving you with light and fluffy rice.

Method 1
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Fluffing Rice in a Pot

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  1. This process allows the steam to dissipate and helps the rice to have an even texture. Remove the pot of cooked rice from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes or until it reaches your desired consistency. If there are flies in the kitchen, place a cotton tea towel over the pot to avoid any contamination. [1]
    • This method works for all varieties of rice, including basmati, brown, jasmine, and short grain white rice.
    • If you want to add flavor to rice, put a little chicken stock in the pan instead of only water while cooking. [2]
    • Or saute garlic and onions and add the rice until the rice gets coated. Then add water. [3]
    • Or add scallions, coconut milk, and fish sauce. You can even sweeten it with some palm sugar or brown sugar. [4]
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Fluff Rice
    Use a carving fork to gently stir the rice and break up any obvious lumps. A carving fork is an effective stirring utensil as it easily breaks up the grains of rice without mashing them together. This process gives the rice a fluffy consistency. [5]
    • Avoid using a spoon to mix the rice as this can make it mushy.
    • Try not to stir the rice for longer than 1 minute as this can squish the grains.
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    Freshly cooked fluffy rice is delicious! Eat it with a curry, stir-fry, or your favourite sauce. If you have leftover rice, transfer it into an airtight container and place it into the fridge. [6]
    • If you don’t have an airtight container, use a resealable bag instead.
    • If you want to keep the rice for longer, place the airtight container in the freezer for up to 6 months.
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Making Fluffy Rice in a Rice Cooker

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  1. This steams the rice and helps to ensure that the grains are fully cooked and have a fluffy consistency. Avoid the temptation to remove the lid as this lets the steam out of the cooker.
    • This technique can be used for all types of rice, including brown, jasmine, basmati, and long grain rice.
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Fluff Rice
    Use the rice paddle to slowly mix the rice and break up any lumps. Rice paddles are designed to stir the grains without making them mushy — this helps to create light and fluffy rice. [7]
    • Rice cookers have a non-stick coating that stops the rice from baking onto the bottom of the pot. Rice paddles are made from plastic, making them a good non-abrasive choice to use with the cooker.
    • Most rice cookers come with a rice paddle. If you don’t have a paddle, purchase one from a speciality kitchen store. Alternatively, use a plastic fork or a plastic salad server.
    • Avoid mixing the rice for over a minute as this can make it mushy.
  3. Enjoy the delicious hot rice and then transfer any leftovers into an airtight container. If you want to use the rice at a later date, place the air-tight container in the freezer for up to 6 months. [8]
    • If you are pregnant, avoid eating rice that isn’t freshly cooked.
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      Things You’ll Need

      Fluffing Rice in a Pot

      • Fork
      • Pot with a lid
      • Tea towel (optional)
      • Airtight container or sealable bag

      Making Fluffy Rice in a Rice Cooker

      • Rice paddle
      • Rice cooker
      • Airtight container or sealable bag

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      References

      1. ↑ https://food.manoramaonline.com/food/foodie/how-to-cook-rice-and-fluff-it-kerala-recipes-food.html
      2. ↑ https://sweetpeasandsaffron.com/rice-recipes/
      3. ↑ https://sweetpeasandsaffron.com/rice-recipes/
      4. ↑ https://sweetpeasandsaffron.com/rice-recipes/
      5. ↑ https://youtu.be/-TrrLdEprUI?t=104
      6. ↑ https://www.stilltasty.com/articles/view/71
      7. ↑ https://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/common-mistakes/article/the-6-most-common-rice-cooking-mistakes
      8. ↑ https://www.stilltasty.com/articles/view/71

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