Grain & Rice Water Ratios & Cooking Times
Quick-Reference Table
The full data from this cheat sheet, right on the page.
| Grain Variety | Liquid to Grain Ratio | Simmer Time (Stove) | Rest Time (Covered) | Yield (Per 1 Cup Dry) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Grain White Rice | 2 : 1 | 15–18 mins | 10 mins | 3 Cups |
| Jasmine Rice | 1.5 : 1 | 12–15 mins | 10 mins | 3 Cups |
| Basmati Rice (Rinsed) | 1.5 : 1 | 12–15 mins | 10 mins | 3 Cups |
| Brown Rice (Short or Long) | 2.25 : 1 | 40–45 mins | 10 mins | 3 Cups |
| Quinoa (Rinsed) | 2 : 1 | 15 mins | 5 mins | 3 Cups |
| Steel Cut Oats | 3 : 1 | 25–30 mins | 5 mins | 2.5 Cups |
| Couscous | 1 : 1 | Boil, stir, remove from heat | 5 mins | 2.5 Cups |
How to Use This Chart
Pin this chart where you work: it packs 7 entries and 5 columns (Grain Variety, Liquid to Grain Ratio, Simmer Time (Stove), Rest Time (Covered), Yield (Per 1 Cup Dry)) into one printable page, built for quick lookups.
Scan down the Grain Variety column to your item, then read across for Liquid to Grain Ratio, Simmer Time (Stove).
Example: for Long Grain White Rice, the chart gives Liquid to Grain Ratio of 2 : 1.
- Compare values down a single column to spot the pattern before you commit to a choice.
- When two rows look close, the Yield (Per 1 Cup Dry) column usually breaks the tie.
- Print it once and keep it where you work — that's the whole point of a cheat sheet.
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