- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 2 cups white rice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- salt to taste
- 2 cups boiling water
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add rice, garlic powder, and salt. Pour in boiling water to cover rice by about 1 inch; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed and rice is tender, 20 to 30 minutes.