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Microwave Reheating Rice — High (100%) Power for 1-2 min per cup

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Microwave Power: High (100%)

Time: 1-2 min per cup

Overview

Microwave Reheating Rice: use high (100%) power for 1-2 min per cup. Add 1-2 tbsp water per cup of rice. Cover with damp paper towel or microwave-safe lid. Heat 1 min, stir/fluff, heat 30 sec more. Prevents dried-out, crunchy rice. Day-old rice is perfect for fried rice.

Key Details

  • Microwave Power: High (100%)
  • Time: 1-2 min per cup
  • Add 1-2 tbsp water per cup of rice. Cover with damp paper towel or microwave-safe lid. Heat 1 min, stir/fluff, heat 30 sec more. Prevents dried-out, crunchy rice. Day-old rice is perfect for fried rice.
  • Always use microwave-safe containers — no metal, no plastic wrap touching food
  • Stir or rotate food halfway through for even heating

Why This Matters

  • Microwaves heat unevenly — stirring and proper power levels prevent hot/cold spots
  • High power can overcook edges while center stays cold
  • Covering food traps steam for more even heating and prevents splattering

How To

  1. 1Place food in microwave-safe container
  2. 2Add moisture (water, broth, or damp paper towel) as needed
  3. 3Set power to high (100%)
  4. 4Heat for 1-2 min per cup, stirring or rotating halfway through
  5. 5Add 1-2 tbsp water per cup of rice. Cover with damp paper towel or microwave-safe lid. Heat 1 min, stir/fluff, heat 30 sec more. Prevents dried-out, crunchy rice. Day-old rice is perfect for fried rice.

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High (100%) power for 1-2 min per cup. Add 1-2 tbsp water per cup of rice. Cover with damp paper towel or microwave-safe lid. Heat 1 min, stir/fluff, heat 30 sec more. Prevents dried-out, crunchy rice. Day-old rice is perfect for fried rice.