About the rice timer
Perfect rice every time with proper timing. Use a 2:1 water to rice ratio for most types (1.5:1 for basmati). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered. Don't lift the lid during cooking! Let rice rest 5 minutes after cooking before fluffing with a fork.
Recommended times
| White Rice | 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Basmati | 12 minutes |
| Brown Rice | 40 minutes |
| Jasmine | 18 minutes |
How to use the rice timer
- Choose a preset, or tap Edit time to type any hours, minutes and seconds.
- Press Start Timer (or the space bar). The finish time appears under the digits.
- Press Full screen to fill the screen — handy for classrooms, meetings and kitchens.
- When it reaches zero an alarm plays until you press Stop Alarm.
Keyboard shortcuts
- Space start / pause
- R reset
- F full screen
- M mute
Frequently asked questions
What presets does the rice timer have?
White Rice (15 minutes), Basmati (12 minutes), Brown Rice (40 minutes), Jasmine (18 minutes). Tap Edit time to set any other length.
Is it free, and do I need an app?
It is completely free with no sign-up or download. It works in any modern browser on phones, tablets and computers.