No Rice Cooker?No Problem! How to Make Boiled Rice in a Saucepan

No Rice Cooker?No Problem! How to Make Boiled Rice in a Saucepan Boiled or steamed rice is a staple of Chinese and Asian cooking. Unfortunately many people think that cooking boiled rice is difficult and that you need an expensive rice cooker to get it right. And although if you do get it wrong it can end up a mushy mess, it's really not that difficult. We're here to show you how to make perfect boiled/steamed rice every time using nothing more complicated than a saucepan. And though it's probably true that if you eat a lot of rice, a rice cooker may be a good idea because they are so convenient, show your guests this method and they'll be convinced that you're a Chinese cooking expert!!! For 4-5 servings you will need: 500g/1.1lbs long grain rice Some water (watch the video to see how you work out how much) A medium/large saucepan