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Microwave Jasmine Rice – Fluffy, Fast & Asian-Approved!

Discover the perfect way to microwave Jasmine rice for fluffy, delightful results! As an Asian, I assure you that the right rice-to-water ratio and timing make it as good as a rice cooker, saving you valuable time.
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Cook Time: 15 minutes
Course: Family meal
Cuisine: Thai, Vietnamese
Servings: 2 people
Author: Cielle

Equipment

  • 1 Microwave
  • 1 Microwave-safe bowl
  • 2 Microwave-safe plates (one as lid, one to catch any leaking water)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Jasmine rice (250ml)
  • 1¾ cup boiling water (440ml)

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice in a bowl of water, swirling with your hand, and draining. Repeat this process 2 to 3 times until the water appears clear.
  • Drain the rice thoroughly.
  • Combine the rinsed rice with 1+3/4 cups of boiling water in a microwave-safe bowl.
  • Place a plate over the bowl and set another plate underneath to catch any potential water leaks during cooking.
  • Microwave it on high for 10 minutes.
  • After microwaving, fluff the rice, cover the bowl again, and microwave for other 3 minutes.
  • Remove the rice from the microwave and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Troubleshooting:
  • Rice still hard? Add 1 tbsp water, microwave 2 more mins.
  • Mushy rice? Reduce water by 1 tbsp next time.
  • Scorched base? Reduce cook time for powerful microwaves (higher than 700W).
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