Rice to Water Ratio Calculator

Select the type of rice you want to cook from the dropdown menu. Common types include Jasmine, Basmati, Brown, and Wild rice.
If you're using a specialty rice not listed, select "Custom" and enter its water ratio in the provided field.
Enter the amount of uncooked rice you want to cook in cups. The calculator assumes standard US measuring cups.
Click the "Calculate" button to determine the amount of water needed.
The calculator will display the water needed in cups, the water-to-rice ratio, and an approximate amount in milliliters.

The water-to-rice ratio is the key to perfectly cooked rice. It determines how moist the final dish will be. Here are some general guidelines:

White Rice: Typically needs a 1.5:1 ratio (1.5 cups of water per cup of rice). This results in fluffy, separate grains.
Brown Rice: Absorbs more water, so a 2:1 ratio (2 cups of water per cup of rice) is usually recommended for tender, chewy texture.
Arborio (for Risotto): Uses a higher water ratio (1.8:1) and requires constant stirring during cooking for a creamy texture.
Basmati and Jasmine: Similar to white rice, around 1.5:1 ratio works well for these long-grain varieties.
Wild Rice: Similar to brown rice, requires about 2:1 ratio for proper cooking.

Keep in mind that these ratios are approximate and may need adjustment based on:

Quality and age of rice
Altitude and atmospheric pressure
Type of cooking pot (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel, electric rice cooker)
Personal preference for rice texture (more water for softer rice, less water for drier rice)

If you want to cook 2 cups of Jasmine rice:

Select "Jasmine" from the rice type dropdown.
Enter "2" in the amount of rice field.
Click "Calculate".
The calculator will show you need approximately 3 cups of water (1.5:1 ratio) and 720 ml.

Rice to Water Ratio Calculator Calculator Usage Guide