Wash the rice by placing it in a bowl or pot with cold water.

Stir the rice and water, then pour off the water.

Repeat the washing process until the water runs clear.

Transfer the rice to a rice-cooking pot or rice cooker.

Add water to cover the rice by about 1 inch.

Alternatively, drain the washed rice and add 2 1/2 cups of water.

If using a pot, place it over high heat until boiling.

Once boiling, cover tightly, lower heat to medium-low, and cook for 10 minutes.

Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cook, covered, for another 6-7 minutes.

Remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes, still covered.

If using a rice cooker, put the lid on and turn it on.

Once cooked, let stand for 5 minutes, covered.

Fluff the rice gently with a wet wooden rice paddle or spoon.

Serve hot or warm, keeping the lid on to maintain warmth and moisture.