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Rice Water Ratio
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Get the perfect water-to-rice ratio for any rice type and cooking method. Scale for any number of servings with step-by-step cooking instructions.
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How to use: Select your rice type, set the amount and cooking method, and get your exact water quantity plus step-by-step instructions — all in one place.
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Rice : Water ratio
Stovetop Instructions
🍚 All Rice Types — Ratio Reference
| Rice Type | Rice (cups) | Water (cups) | Ratio | Cook Time | Notes |
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Why Rice Goes Wrong (And How to Fix It)
💧 Too much water = mushy rice
Excess water makes rice starchy, sticky, and mushy. The rice absorbs more than it should and the grains lose their structure. Use exact measurements — never estimate water for rice.
🔥 Too little water = crunchy rice
Under-hydrated rice stays hard in the centre. If this happens, add 2–3 tbsp of water, put the lid back on, and steam on very low heat for 5 more minutes. Do not lift the lid during cooking.
🫧 Should you rinse rice?
Yes, for most varieties. Rinsing removes excess surface starch which causes clumping and gumminess. Rinse until water runs clear. The exception: risotto and rice pudding, where that starch is the point.
⏸️ The 10-minute rest rule
After cooking, remove from heat and let rice rest covered for 10 minutes. This allows steam to redistribute and finishes cooking the top layer. Fluff with a fork — never a spoon — after resting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct rice to water ratio?
The most common ratio is 1:2 (1 cup rice to 2 cups water) but this only applies to regular long-grain white rice on the stovetop. The correct ratio depends on the rice type: basmati is 1:1.5, brown rice is 1:2.5, jasmine is 1:1.5, sushi rice is 1:1.2. Cooking method also matters — rice cookers typically use slightly less water than stovetop.
How much rice do I need per person?
As a side dish, allow ¼ cup (45g) of dry rice per person, which yields about ¾ cup cooked. As a main component of a meal, use ½ cup (90g) dry per person, yielding about 1½ cups cooked. Rice roughly triples in volume when cooked — 1 cup dry produces about 3 cups cooked.
Can I use the same ratio for brown rice as white rice?
No. Brown rice still has its bran and germ layers intact, making it denser and less permeable than white rice. It needs significantly more water (1:2.5 ratio vs 1:2 for white) and takes much longer to cook — about 45 minutes vs 18 minutes for white rice. Treating brown rice like white rice results in undercooked, hard grains.
Does rinsing rice change the water ratio?
Slightly, yes. Rinsed rice absorbs a small amount of water during rinsing, which means it may need marginally less added water — about 1–2 tbsp less per cup. This difference is usually negligible but if you’re cooking a large batch, it can add up. The ratios in this tool are for dry, unsoaked rice after rinsing.
Why is my rice always burning on the bottom?
Rice burning is almost always caused by too-high heat after boiling. The method: bring to a full boil on high heat, stir once, then immediately reduce to the lowest possible heat your stove can manage. Cover tightly and do not lift the lid. A heavy-bottomed pot distributes heat more evenly and reduces burning. A thin aluminium pot will cause hot spots.
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