How to cook Japanese rice

We usually use a " short grain" Japanese rice. When cooked it has a sticky texture.
You can find it at Costco or some local grocery stores. Two brand names you may find are "Botan" and "Nishiki".

Now, I will show you how to cook the rice in a pot.
* I use "Le Creuset" pots but you can use any pot that has a lid.
What you need:
*pot with lid.
*short grain rice/360cc
*water/450ml
Directions:
1.Wash and Drain rice repeatedly.
(this rice has a fine powder that you want to try to remove. You will know you are done when the water is almost clear.)

2.Place rice in pot and add 450ml of water. Put on the lid.
3. Cook rice on stove top at higher than medium temperature until water boils.
It's OK to remove the lid for a second to check.

4.Once the water is boiling, turn the temperature down to low and let it simmer for about 15min.

5. Remove from stove and let it cool for about 10min.

6.Remove lid and gently mix the rice. You don't want to turn it into a paste.

7. Eat!!

Your results may vary depending on the Brand of rice you use.

This traditional dish is used for a side during Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.

Try this with Tempura.

(Just please don't mix with milk and sugar.)