Rinse Rice and Other Grains Quickly With a French Press
Some types of rice and grains are best washed before cooking, but this can be a tedious process. By using a French press, you can speed up the rinsing process and avoid grain loss.
It is not necessary to rinse all types of rice, but it is a good idea for long grain or medium grain varieties such as jasmine or basmati. Not a bad idea for quinoa too. Rinsing helps to remove unwanted minerals and removes excess starch, so the rice will be fluffier. However, rinsing the beans can be painful. This is why Stephanie Barlow of The Kitchn invites you to use a French press to make things easier. Add some rice to a French press, add water and stir. Then press the plunger and drain the cloudy water. Repeat as necessary. When you’re ready to cook, remember to have the right ratio of rice to water .
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