Faux Leftover Rice - ATK

By norsegal8

Ingredients

• To rinse the rice, place it in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cool water until the water runs clear.
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups jasmine or long-grain white rice, rinsed (see note)
• 2 2/3 cups water

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add rice and stir to coat grains with oil, about 30 seconds. Add water, increase heat to high, and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Off heat, remove lid and place clean kitchen towel folded in half over saucepan; replace lid. Let stand until rice is just tender, about 8 minutes. Spread cooked rice onto rimmed baking sheet, set on wire rack, and cool 10 minutes. Transfer to refrigerator and chill for 20 minutes.