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is it really necessary to rinse rice?

is it really necessary to rinse rice? Most recipes will tell you to rinse the rice before cooking, in order to get rid of the surface starches that coat the rice grains and result in stickier rice. (Of course, it’s also good for washing away other impurities, and though it’s not so common anymore, many Asian rice varieties used to contain talc, which absolutely needed to be rinsed away). The proper method to rinse is to do so in several changes of water, swirling the grains around each time, until the water runs clear. Drain rice through a sieve to get rid of as much excess water as possible. Be aware, though, that most rice that comes from here in the U.S. is enriched with nutrients that will also be washed away if you decide to rinse. Basically, rinse if you want your rice less sticky. Don’t rinse if you’re looking to get maximum nutritive value out of your rice (or if you’re just plain lazy).

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