There are no hard-and-fast rules when making kimbap. As long as you’ve got the kim (seaweed) and the rice (bap), you can roll whichever fillings you want and still proudly say you’ve made kimbap! Sounds easy in theory, right? Well, it is. Provided that you use the right rice variety. Don’t be like me, who …
Remember that bag of rice you used for your regular fried rice last week? Well, bad news– you shouldn’t really use that for kimchi fried rice. To achieve the authentic flavors of this Korean dish, you’ll want to use stickier grains. Exactly like the rice varieties that I’ll mention in this post! Crowned Rice Variety: …
It’s finally time to talk about one of my favorites in Korean cuisine: bibimbap. Anytime I’m craving something nutritious that’s also as delicious, this is my go-to meal to prep. It’s visually striking, and let’s be real: mixing bibimbap is oddly a fun experience. But let me share a not-so-impressive secret– I used to make …
For many, cooking rice on a stovetop is often a hit-or-miss scenario. That’s where Instant Pot comes in. Just as long as you get the water-to-rice ratio right, and click the right settings, this pot is bound to make a perfectly-cooked rice! Now, technically, you can cook all sorts of rice using an Instant Pot. …
When you mention rice balls, most Asians think about those classic seaweed-wrapped or coated balls of rice. But Italians have a different take on rice balls. Italian rice balls are deep fried yet still remain creamy inside. Wondering how to achieve the ideal crunchy yet creamy texture of arancini? It all rolls down to the …
I never knew you could make a non-alcoholic drink from rice. Until my Mexican classmate in French class let me have a sip from her tumbler. That’s how I got introduced to horchata, my now guilty-pleasure summer drink! Since this drink derives most of its flavor from rice, you better choose the right variety to …
I think Greeks are really creative with how they prepare rice. Apart from using rice as a classic side dish… Greek cuisine also has delicacies such as rice stuffed in grape leaves and vegetables. Craving these unique rice-focused dishes? Let’s uncover the best rice for Greek food right away! Best Rice for Greek Rice: Long-Grain …
Heard you found the ideal recipe for gumbo. But it doesn’t state anywhere which type of rice to use! “Cook any type of white rice,” they say. But where’s the fun in that?! However, don’t worry–I got you. After pairing over a handful of rice varieties with gumbo… I now have my holy trinity of …
Growing up, I thought of curry as a strongly spiced dish. But lo and behold, I encountered Japanese curry. It uses mild spices, is very creamy, and very interestingly, it’s usually served on a bed of not fluffy but relatively sticky rice! Yup, totally twisted how I viewed the world of curry. So, let’s talk …
Not gonna lie– my favorite way to enjoy fajitas is to wrap them in freshly made tortillas. A classic combination that’s rooted in Mexico. However, I’m sure I’m not the only one who also fell in love with pairing this savory dish with rice! Rice just transforms fajitas into a complete, balanced meal, combining meat …