You bought a bamboo steamer for that one dumpling party three years ago. It’s sitting in the back of your cabinet, dusty and forgotten. Today is its day.
Fill a pot with an inch of water, bring it to a simmer, and place the rice in a heatproof bowl inside the steamer basket. Cover and steam for about five minutes. The result is rice that’s perfectly fluffy, like a cloud wearing a tuxedo. No stirring, no splashing, no burnt grains.
Yes, it takes a few extra minutes. But look at you—using special equipment for a Tuesday night leftover. You’re basically a domestic god or goddess. Own it.
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