Rinse the brown rice thoroughly to remove any impurities or excess starch. Use a fine-mesh strainer and cold water for rinsing.
2. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 1 cup of brown rice with 2 cups of water. You can adjust the ratio of rice to water depending on your desired texture.
3. Allow the rice to soak in the water for about 30 minutes before cooking. This step helps to soften the rice and reduce the cooking time.
4. After soaking, bring the water and rice to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer.
5. Cook the rice for about 40-45 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender. Avoid stirring or lifting the lid during this process as it can disrupt the cooking.
6. Once cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit covered for another 10 minutes. This allows the rice to steam and become fluffy.
7. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving, you can garnish it with sesame seeds or chopped green onions for added flavor.