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Making rice from scratch is a pain, so I tried Minute Ready to Serve long grain white rice in the family-size bowl.
Normal rice means boiling and slow cooking. The Minute Ready to Serve family-size bowl of long grain white rice just goes in the microwave. You vent the film and heat it on high for two minutes, or three for softer rice. I went with three minutes and did a taste test.
- Fast: two or three minutes in the microwave
- Soft texture
- Big family-size portion
- Great to keep in the cupboard
- A little drier and less sticky than homemade rice
- Very hot out of the microwave, so be careful with the steam
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How to cook it
Pull back or cut the film a little to vent it, put the bowl in the microwave, and heat on high for two minutes. For softer rice, heat it for three. I did three minutes to soften it a bit.
It comes out very hot, and the steam really burns, so take care when you open it.
Taste test
It tastes like rice, a little bland, like rice does. The clear difference is that it is drier and not as sticky as typical white rice. It is soft, not al dente, and feels a bit looser.
It is not quite as moist as homemade rice from dry grain, but for two or three minutes of effort it is a really nice option.
About the buy link
My original link pointed to a generic Amazon search, so the button now goes straight to a Minute Ready to Serve White Rice listing. Pack sizes on Amazon change, so check the count and size before you buy.
Verdict
Being able to whip up rice to round out a meal is handy. This one gets a thumbs up from me for being a large portion and for tasting pretty good.
FAQ
How long do you microwave Minute Ready to Serve rice?
Two minutes on high, or three minutes for softer rice. I did three.
Does it taste like homemade rice?
Close. It is soft, a little drier and less sticky than homemade rice from dry grain.
Is the family size bowl big?
Yes. It is a large bowl, and it was one of the reasons I gave it a thumbs up.
Is it sticky like regular white rice?
No. It is long grain and came out drier and looser than typical sticky white rice.
Two or three minutes?
Two minutes on high is the standard time. I used three minutes to get softer rice.
Is this an affiliate link?
Yes. The buttons are #ad affiliate links, and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It costs you nothing extra.
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