Most people don’t know the differences between fried rice, pulav, and biryani. In fact, I struggled with it when I first started cooking, too. They just seemed like fancy rice dishes to me, with little to no difference. However, many differences came to light once I cooked these dishes! The main differences between fried rice, …
Have you encountered the two kinds of sesame oil varieties, toasted sesame oil and sesame oil? Do you wonder which one goes better with fried rice? As an indecisive person, I always struggled between choosing toasted sesame oil vs sesame oil for fried rice. I finally took matters into my own hands and cooked fried …
During my university days, I often cooked rice in bulk and stored it in the fridge. This way, I never had to worry about cooking on the most hectic days! The only drawback to storing rice in the fridge was that it turned dry, chewy, and clumpy. However, the good news is that, through trial …
Do you wonder if there’s any other way to store raw rice except in the pantry? How about a refrigerator or freezer? When I first became independent and got my own kitchen, I kept rice in my pantry until a bunch of annoying bugs decided to invade and ruin it! I knew I couldn’t go …
Do you often wonder how to make restaurant-style fried rice? If so, you might have read several online suggestions regarding the best methods. When I first became obsessed with making the perfect fried rice at home, the one tip I always saw was to fry day-old rice. The questions in my head were endless. After …
Fried rice is one of the easiest dishes to cook once you get the hang of it! However, balancing the saltiness is always a tricky part. Apart from just salt, you have to add sauces, which are also high in sodium. So, what are you supposed to do when you end up with fried rice …
After reading multiple recipes, are you feeling confused about the order of fried rice ingredients? Do you wonder what the right fried rice order is? Fried rice contains many ingredients, both wet and dry. I came across several variations in the order of making fried rice while reading the recipes. Some added vegetables first, whereas …
A stainless steel pan is perfect for making stews, sauces, and so much more! However, have you wondered if you can cook fried rice in a stainless steel pan? Professional chefs and home cooks alike flaunt their beautiful woks while stir-frying fried rice. Yet, I remember when I didn’t own one and wanted to cook …
The case of fried rice remains a mystery to many. Do you have to deep-fry or stir-fry it? Do you boil rice before frying it? I had the same unending questions as an amateur cook until I read about fried rice and tried countless recipes. I learned that, unlike other fried items, you don’t deep-fry …
Do you love to add crispy rice noodles on top of your dishes? Are you curious about how to make them crunchy without all the excessive oil? If you check most recipes for crispy rice noodles, you may only find the deep-frying method included. This method became an issue when I swore off fried food, …