Here's how to make rice perfectly in just 3 easy steps. Step 1: Washing the Rice Properly washing your rice is key if you want the perfect taste and texture. Add cold water to cover your rice, using your hands to swish around the grains before draining the cloudy water. Repeat this process until the water is clear. Step 2: Cooking the Rice Add your washed rice to a pot and top with cold water. For white rice, 1 cup of rice to 1.5 cups of water is perfect, but other kinds of rice might require mo