Rice vinegar is a rich source of vitamins and minerals. However, the same aspects that make vinegar so potent can also create health complications for people with certain medical conditions.

Vinegar will be your secret weapon for cooking the best pot of long or medium grain rice. And there are other simple tips that work in conjunction with vinegar to further solidify successful results.

For one cup of rice, I used ¼ cup rice vinegar, 1 Tbsp. sugar, and 1 Tsp. salt. I stirred it into the cooked rice, then let it steam in the pot while I finished the chicken.

Step 3: While rice is cooking, measure out sushi vinegar. 20 percent of the volume of dry rice — or 1:5 — is a good ratio; so if you cooked 2 cups of dry rice, measure out 0.4 cups of sushi ...

Add enough seasoned rice vinegar to come about halfway up the sides of the peppers. Put the lid on, shake to distribute the vinegar, and rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.