White Rice
Stop babysitting the stove and ditch the rice cooker; the microwave makes fluffy rice perfectly every single time. All types of white rice (short or long grain, jasmine, basmati, etc.) work with this fail-proof cooking method.
All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwaves and home kitchens to make sure they work — and work well.
Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels.
Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.
For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.
Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:
PL 10 = 100% = High (default)
PL 9 = 90% = High
PL 8 = 80% = Med-High
PL 7 = 70% = Med-High
PL 6 = 60% = Medium
PL 5 = 50% = Medium
PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low
PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low
PL 2 = 20% = Low
PL 1 = 10% = Low
You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.
Cook Times
| Grain | ½ cup | 1 cup | 1 ½ cups | 2 cups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | ¾ cup | 1 ⅓ cups | 2 cups | 2 ⅔ cups |
| Time | 22 mins | 22 mins | 24 mins | 25 mins |
Max Quantities
Medium Deep Dish: 1 cup
Large Deep Dish: 2 cups
Instructions
- Add rice to an Anyday Deep Dish. Rinse and drain. Add water in the proportion listed in the table and spread rice in an even layer. Cover with the lid (knob lifted).
- Cook in the microwave at the power level above for the time listed, or until the water has been absorbed and rice is tender (try one!). If rice is still too hard, add more time at the power level listed in 2-minute increments.
- Rest for 5 minutes with the lid on to allow rice to gently finish steaming. Fluff rice before serving.
Cooking Tips
- Always use an Anyday Deep Dish to cook grains (the water will likely overflow in the Shallow Dishes). Do not cook more than the max quantities listed above.
- If it’s taking longer than expected, increase the power level by 1. If it’s bubbling over, decrease the power level by 1.
- To cook quantities not listed in the table, use a rice:water ratio of 1:1⅓.
Changing your power level
Did you know your microwave has different power levels? The default is full power, but lower power levels are helpful for certain foods like grains, which tend to bubble over if cooked at full power, or custards, which require gentle simmering.
Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.
For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.
Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:
PL 10 = 100% = High (default)
PL 9 = 90% = High
PL 8 = 80% = Med-High
PL 7 = 70% = Med-High
PL 6 = 60% = Medium
PL 5 = 50% = Medium
PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low
PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low
PL 2 = 20% = Low
PL 1 = 10% = Low
You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.
Want more white rice recipes?
Level it Up!
Try these versatile flavor combinations with this cooked ingredient.
Thai-inspired: Mix with sriracha sauce, lime juice, and cilantro
Mexican rice: Mix with tomato or enchilada sauce, chili powder, and cilantro
Nutty curry: Mix with toasted cashews or pecans, curry powder, lemon juice, and chopped parsley
Lemon garlic: Mix with melted butter with garlic powder, chopped thyme, and lemon zest
