Welcome to the fragrant and enticing world of rice, a grain that’s been cooked and enjoyed by humans for millennia. Here, you’ll learn all about various types of rice and how to cook them to perfection. You’ll also gain insight into special preparation techniques and the science behind them.
If you aren’t sure whether risotto is a specific type of rice or the name of a recipe, we’ve got you covered. Likewise if you’ve purchased a rice cooker and don’t quite know what to do with it. Seasoned home chefs who want to pick up a few tips about how to make the perfect fried rice will also come away from these pages with fresh insight.
From brown rice to basmati, this section includes everything you’ve ever wanted to know about rice. Feel free to leave your comments in the sections below the articles so we’ll know how your results turned out!
Rice is an integral part of Japanese culture and history. Many Japanese people will eat rice three times a day! However, do Japanese eat brown rice? You may be shocked to learn that, unlike people from the Western world, brown rice isn’t their go-to rice of choice. So, why do most Japanese people prefer white …
All rice starts as brown rice. But have you ever wondered how brown rice becomes white? Let’s go through the steps—beginning with the fields where rice is grown and ending with it showing up in your supermarket aisle. The process of turning brown rice into white rice involves pre-cleaning, milling (hulling), and polishing. Besides removing …
Brown rice is a whole grain, so it must be healthier than pasta, right? Not so fast. In this brown rice vs. pasta review, we compare the nutritional benefits, how our bodies react to these foods, and more. So, which is healthier for you, brown rice or pasta? Like any food choice, it depends on …
Undercooked brown rice used to be a big issue for me. Over the years, I’ve learned that you have to treat brown rice with special care. Brown rice is tougher to cook than white rice because it still has the bran layer and germ. So, it makes sense that it takes longer to cook. The …
Why is my brown rice not cooking? Have you been simmering your rice for what seems like forever, but it just won’t soften? Let’s debunk why your brown rice isn’t cooking well and how to avoid these problems. Read until the end for a foolproof recipe and tips for making perfectly fluffy brown rice. You …
Brown rice and white rice are essentially the same grain. So, why is brown rice more expensive? The main reasons all boil down to one factor—the production process. Brown rice still has the bran layer and germ intact, while white rice is further milled and polished. The bran is the grain’s outer shell and it’s …
When I was learning how to cook, the question “Do you wash brown rice?” arose after an unhappy incident. The first time I made brown rice, it came out undercooked and tasted a bit weird. I called my mom and asked her, what am I doing wrong? Turns out I was doing everything wrong from …
I’m not about to recommend you eat expired brown rice, but you can repurpose it in many ways. If you’re wondering what to do with expired brown rice, you’ll find plenty of creative ideas here. I’m sure at least one of them will spark your interest. If the expiration date is recent, you may still …
Do you ever wonder, “why is my brown rice sticky?” While the Japanese favor sticky rice, others would call it an unfortunate accident. Read on for possible causes of sticky brown rice, plus, some tips and tricks for fixing the culinary mishap. There are several reasons your brown rice kernels can cling together. First, check …