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 …
Affordable, hassle-free, and delicious— that’s what musubi can deliver if you use the right type of rice. I once traded my sandwich for my friend’s homemade musubi. But upon the first bite, dozens of rice grains escaped the seaweed’s hug and danced across my lap instead. Don’t worry; that won’t happen to your spam delicacy, …
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 …