Different rice varieties absorb different amounts of water: basmati and jasmine need less than brown rice.
How to use the Rice to Water Ratio Calculator
- Dry rice
- Rice type
Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.
How it works
Multiply the dry rice volume by the recommended ratio for the variety.
Inputs explained
| Field | What to enter |
|---|---|
| Dry rice | Units: cups (US), mL, g (≈185 g/cup) |
| Rice type | Choose one: Basmati (1 : 1.5), Jasmine (1 : 1.25), Long-grain white (1 : 2), Brown (1 : 2.25) … |
What each result means
- Water = [Dry rice]×[Rice type]
- Approximate cooked rice = [Dry rice]×3
- Servings (½ cup dry each) = [Dry rice]×2
Example values
How the main result changes when Dry rice changes and everything else stays at the example values above:
| Dry rice (cups (US)) | Water (cups (US)) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.75 |
| 0.75 | 1.13 |
| 1 | 1.5 |
| 1.25 | 1.88 |
| 1.5 | 2.25 |
| 2 | 3 |
Formula
Water = rice × ratioCooked rice ≈ dry rice × 3Worked example
Inputs — Dry rice: 1 cups (US); Rice type: Basmati (1 : 1.5).
Results — Water = 1.5 cups (US); Approximate cooked rice = 3 cups (US); Servings (½ cup dry each) = 2.
Frequently asked questions
Should I rinse rice?
Rinsing removes surface starch for fluffier grains; reduce water slightly if you soak it.
What about a rice cooker?
Follow the cooker’s markings, which may differ.
What formula does the Rice to Water Ratio Calculator use?
Water = rice × ratio.