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This recipe produces perfectly fluffy and slightly chewy Korean-style steamed rice, known as Bab. It serves as the foundational base for banchan, kimchi, and soups. The key to success lies in thorough rinsing to remove excess starch and proper soaking to ensure even cooking. The result is individual grains that stick together just enough to be picked up with chopsticks. This dish is a staple for everyday dinners, festive holidays, and packed lunches. It pairs beautifully with spicy stews, grilled meats, and fresh vegetables. Simple yet essential, mastering this technique elevates any meal.
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Steamed Rice (Korean Bab
Description
This recipe produces perfectly fluffy and slightly chewy Korean-style steamed rice, known as Bab. It serves as the foundational base for banchan, kimchi, and soups. The key to success lies in thorough rinsing to remove excess starch and proper soaking to ensure even cooking. The result is individual grains that stick together just enough to be picked up with chopsticks. This dish is a staple for everyday dinners, festive holidays, and packed lunches. It pairs beautifully with spicy stews, grilled meats, and fresh vegetables. Simple yet essential, mastering this technique elevates any meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the rice in a large bowl or pot.
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Fill with cold water, gently swirl with your hand, then drain.
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Repeat rinsing 4 or 5 times until the water runs mostly clear.
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Transfer rinsed rice to a rice cooker or heavy-bottomed pot.
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Add 2 cups of fresh cold water to the rice.
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Let the rice soak for 30 minutes before cooking.
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Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Once boiling, reduce heat to low and steam for 20 minutes.
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Turn off heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes before fluffing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 156.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.4g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 33.6g12%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 3.2g7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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