Basic Japanese White Rice

Cooking Light April 2007

1 1/2 cups uncooked short-grain rice (sushi rice)
1 3/4 cups water

Place rice in a fine mesh strainer. Rinse under cold running water, gently stirring rice until water runs clear (about one minute).

Combine rice and water in a medium saucepan; let stand for one hour. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 10 minutes.