Often-skipped step when making rice (5)

I believe the answer is:

rinse

(Other definitions for rinse that I've seen before include "blue one on top?" , "Mouth cleansing solution" , "Hair preparation" , "Hair colourant" , "Remove soap with clean water" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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