grain
Cooked rice
Chawal
3.3 g1 teaspoon
10 g1 tablespoon
160 g1 1 cup cooked rice, the book's count unit
USDA cooked white rice ~158 g per cup; divided by 48 teaspoons. | USDA: 1 cup cooked long-grain rice ≈158 g, rounded to 2 sig figs.
Instead of Cooked rice
Cooked basmati riceUse the same weight. It is more aromatic and holds its shape better; break up any clumps gently.
Plain boiled riceUse the same weight. It is plainer and may be softer; drain well and warm through without over-stirring.
Steamed riceUse the same weight. It is wetter and softer, so drain thoroughly and adjust any added liquid.
