๐ณ Cooking & Baking
Rice Water Ratio Calculator
Rice absorbs roughly its own volume of water, and the ratio shifts by variety because long grain cooks drier while short grain is stickier. Measuring by volume is fine for rice as long as the water is measured in the same cup.
How it works
Rice variety
Cups of dry rice
People to feed
Pot diameter
Water needed
Rice to water ratio
Cooked rice
Cooked rice per person
Cooking time
Resting time
Water depth above the rice
Frequently asked questions
How do I use the Rice Water Ratio Calculator?
Fill in the fields above โ the result recalculates instantly as you type. Everything runs in your browser, so the values you enter are never collected or stored.
Is this calculator free?
Yes. It is completely free, requires no account, and works on phones, tablets and desktops.