Perfect Steamed Rice (Stovetop Pot Method)

In your pot, wash 2 cups of medium grain rice (e.g., Kokuho Rose variety) 2 to 3 times, until the water is much less milky. The water won’t be crystal clear. Drain out as much of the water as you can and then add 2 1/2 cups water. Bring the pot of rice to a very gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, place on the lid and reduce the heat to low (you should still be able to hear a gentle simmer or bubble, if not, then turn it up just a tiny bit). Steam the rice for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat but leave the lid on for an additional 5 minutes. Then fluff your rice and serve! 

For a short grain brown rice, increase the water to 2 3/4 cups water to 2 cups brown rice, and steam for about 25 minutes instead.