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How to Cook Japanese Rice

By Setsuko Yoshizuka, About.com

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Cooking Japanese rice

Cooking Japanese Rice

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If you are cooking rice in a pot, Cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil on high heat. Turn the heat down to low and cook about 20 minutes, or until the water is almost gone. Stop the heat. If you are using a rice cooker, close the lid and press the cook button.
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