Rice Water Ratio
Water cups from rice amount and ratio.
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Formula
water = rice × ratio
Absorption method ratios depend on rice type — basmati often ~1.5:1, short-grain sushi rice higher.
Worked example
2 cups rice at 1.5:1 needs 3 cups water.
Where this can give the wrong answer
- Rinsed vs unrinsed rice absorbs differently.
- Pressure cookers use less water.
- Altitude lowers boiling point — may need slightly more water.
FAQ
- Start 1.25–1.5:1; adjust after first batch on your stove.