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Easy Stovetop Brown Rice

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The easiest way to cook brown rice ever! Get perfect brown rice every time using this simple stovetop method.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 3-4 servings (makes 3 cups total) 1x

Ingredients

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1 cup brown rice

Instructions

  1. Boil water: Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a pot over high heat. 
  2. Add rice: Once boiling, add in the brown rice and stir. Reduce heat to low and cover. 
  3. Simmer: Simmer rice for 25- 30 minutes or until tender. 
  4. Strain: Drain water and rice into a fine mesh strainer and then return the rice to the pot. 
  5. Rest: Cover with the lid and set aside off the heat for 5 minutes to allow any remaining water to evaporate. 
  6. Serve: Fluff rice with a fork and serve.
  • Author: Christine @ Good & Plated
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Rice
  • Method: Stovetop

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3/4 cup
  • Calories: 172
  • Sugar:
  • Sodium: 1.9 mg
  • Fat: 1.3 g
  • Trans Fat:
  • Carbohydrates: 36.2 g
  • Protein: 3.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg