I still remember that disastrous event when I made sushi rolls for the first time. The rice wouldn’t stick, the nori wouldn’t roll, and when I finally got the last roll to work out… All the ingredients fell apart when it was finally time to slice the sushi. Turned out I was simply using the …
Breakfast, the American way, is often a hearty stack of pancakes with scrambled eggs, bacon, or sausages. But travel across the globe to Asia (or just visit an Asian friend’s home, lol), and you’ll find that most Asians have the same staple in their breakfast plates: rice. Of course, how rice is typically cooked between …
I’m a huge Mexican-inspired foodie. So when I say I’ve tried dozens of burrito recipes over the last decade – that’s no overstatement. Here’s what I’ve noticed: many burrito recipes consider “rice” as an afterthought. It seems like everyone has very specific instructions for the meat, filling, and toppings. But when it comes to choosing …
Chicken and rice is not an unusual pairing. We have been enjoying it for years on end. If anything, it’s a classic. One country even made it their national dish. Any guesses on which? It’s a garden city. The Garden City because of its lush greenery and famous landmark, the Gardens by the Bay. Singapore …
What to do with leftover white rice? We’re asking serious life questions here, folks. So brace yourself… You can start by mixing it with slaked lime and build the next Great Wall. An amazing feat that continues to inspire awe today. Or, you can attend a wedding in the Philippines and throw rice grains with …
Thailand… Officially? Kingdom of Thailand. Historically? Siam. Full ceremonial name? Let’s not delve into that. Just know that it’s the longest city name in the world. The country is famous for its stunning beaches, vibrant culture, and their very unique cuisine. I mean, have you tried their mango sticky rice?!? One bite and it will …
Noodles? From rice? Groundbreaking. But I kid you not, they are a thing. And a thing that Asians enjoy. We’re rice fanatics. Did you honestly think we won’t be able to come up with other variations for rice? Japanese ramen? Korean japchae? Vietnamese bún? A lot of Asian countries have their own version of rice …
I think there’s a more glaring topic we need to discuss before knowing what to do with leftover Mexican rice. It throws off people whenever they order Mexican rice just for a waiter to tell them it’s actually Spanish rice. It also throws some serious shade on the whole of Mexican cuisine and its flavorful …
There’s nothing quite new about brown rice. It has been on grocery shelves for as long as any of us can remember. Its only distinctive attributes nowadays? Its brown color and its healthy reputation. But go back to ancient China and you’ll find a very different scenario. Brown rice was once so valuable that they …
What do you think of when someone mentions Japan? Is it the delicate pink cherry blossoms? Perhaps the massive anime and manga subculture? Or maybe the famous Nintendo games? Japan has so much to offer (a lot more than those mentioned). No doubt. But if you were to ask me, I’ve always associated Japan with …