How to Cook White Rice
Calculate a practical water amount and cooked yield for stovetop long-grain white rice.
A dependable stovetop starting point is 1.5 cups water for each cup of long-grain white rice. Package directions take priority because varieties differ.
Your result1.5 cups water
About 3 cups cooked rice.
Formula: uncooked long-grain white rice × 1.5 waterUse it well
Step by step
- 1
Rinse if desired, then combine rice, water, and a pinch of salt.
- 2
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce to low, and cook about 15–18 minutes.
- 3
Remove from heat, rest covered for 10 minutes, then fluff.
Source & method
Reference: USDA FoodData Central and published package measures. Results are practical estimates; complete labels, package directions, product specifications, and qualified professional advice take priority.