"Sqwertz" > wrote in message
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> On Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:32 -0400, elaine wrote:
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>> For some reason I have had terrible results with jasmine rice. I cook it
>> like I would basmati. Is that the problem?
>
> Nope.
>
> Some jasmine requires less water. My current batch is 1.6 cups
> water to 1 cup rice.

I use 2 cups water to 1 cup rice. Boil the water, add the rice then put the
heat way, way down. Leave for about 25 minutes. Basmati is always
perfectly fluffy but the jasmine turns out soggy. Sounds like I'm using too
much water. Thanks. e.