The traditional name for Puerto Rican Rice is Arroz con Gandules. This literally means “rice with pigeon peas.” The two main characters of the dish. But which rice should you actually use for Puerto Rican Rice? That’s what we’ll cover in today’s post! Best Rice: Parboiled Long-Grain Rice The ideal Puerto Rican rice has well-seasoned …
So, short-grain rice isn’t as widely available as its long-grain counterpart. It’s not entirely difficult to come by, but it will require more research and effort. You’ll have to look for Asian grocery stores. You may even have to visit places with significant Asian populations. But what if both of those aren’t anywhere near you? …
Who doesn’t love rice? If I could, I would eat it with every meal. I know you feel the same way, Foodies. Once you taste long-grain rice, there’s just no going back. But let’s face it. Exclusively eating long-grain rice will be unhealthy. All those carbs? Yeah, not ideal. Maybe in an alternate reality. Truly …
When discussions of healthy rice come up, we immediately think of brown rice. Associating brown rice with “healthy” is all too common. But did you know that there are substitutes even healthier than brown rice itself? For others, they’re just another bag in the grocery store. Carelessly glanced over, but never the one picked up …
There’s no denying how delicious sticky rice is. But! Its difficulty in cooking can leave you wanting. You have to soak it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. While not overly complicated, this much prep time can be an issue for those looking for the quickest way to cook rice. Some use …
I know it’s very common to make cabbage rolls without rice. But, as a rice fanatic, stuffed cabbage without rice just feels incomplete. Of course, though, you shouldn’t add just any rice to your cabbage rolls. So, let me share which grains have yielded the best results for my stuffed cabbage! Crowned Rice For Stuffed …
Did you know that traditional Hawaiian poke bowls didn’t even contain rice in them? However, ever since this dish’s popularity spread worldwide, rice has become one of its most common additions! Still unsure of which rice to add to your homemade poke bowls? Don’t worry, you’re in the right article! My Personal Rice Pick: Japanese …
You read that right– Jollof rice is the national dish of Nigeria (it’s a thing). But did you know that this iconic red rice dish is actually very easy to make? Just use the right rice variety when making Jollof rice and you’re bound to succeed cooking a delicious meal! Crowned Rice Variety: Parboiled Long-Grain …
One of the easiest and most flavorful dishes in Nigerian cuisine is none other than the Nigerian fried rice. Unlike Asian fried rice, you won’t need to use day-old rice to achieve the perfect texture and flavor of this dish. That’s because it uses a special rice that’s firm enough to absorb savory spices while …
Looking for rice that holds up well even after several days of refrigeration or freezing? Say goodbye to mushy or dried-out rice when reheating your prepped meals. I’ve shortlisted the best rice varieties that can stay fresh and flavorful for up to 5 days in the fridge. Classic Rice for Meal Prep: Basmati Rice At …