What is the recommended duration for the resting period after the heat is completely turned off?
Answer
10 minutes
After the active cooking time concludes, the pot must be covered and allowed to sit undisturbed for a full 10 minutes. This resting phase allows residual heat to finish cooking grains and absorb surface moisture.
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