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Rice turns mushy

Also searched as: sticky rice, mushy rice, gluey rice, stodgy rice

In short: Too much water or too much loose starch, sometimes also too much stirring.

Picture it

Like marbles that have fallen into glue: instead of rolling separately, they all stick together.

What happened in your kitchen?

Question 1

Did you measure the water?

Too much water
The grain swells too far and bursts open.
Next time: Measure the water, e.g. about 1.5 parts water to 1 part long-grain rice (as a guide)
Not rinsed
Loose starch on the surface makes it sticky.
Next time: Rinse the rice until the water runs clear
Stirred
Stirring releases starch, as with risotto.
Next time: Do not stir while covered · Rest after cooking, then fluff up

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