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!
Fun fact: I’ve never prepared stuffed peppers without rice before. And that’s not just ‘cause I’m an Asian who’s a huge rice fanatic. Objectively speaking, rice just takes stuffed peppers to the next level. And if you’re wondering what the best rice for stuffed peppers is… I’ve shortlisted the best options based on the cuisine …
Nothing quite says comfort food like a hearty stew. And nothing completes a hearty stew better than rice, regardless of whether you use it as a side or add it to the stew itself. But what exactly is the best rice for stews with rich, flavorful sauces? Let’s dive into my tried-and-tested rice shortlist below! …
When I think about Persian cuisine, simplicity comes to mind. Because while Iran has various dishes that are either paired or cooked with rice… You can cook pretty much all rice-related Persian dishes with just one rice variety! Did I spark your curiosity? Perfect. Let’s talk about the best rice for Persian dishes. Crowned Rice …
If you’re wondering what the best rice for pressure cookers is… It really boils down to the type of dish you’re cooking. Yup– the best rice for pressure cookers varies depending on whether you’re making plain rice, fried rice, risotto, or rice pudding. So, in this post, we’ll cover the best rice you can put …
There are two kinds of people: Those who prefer pairing pepper steak with noodles and those who love eating it with rice. 100%, I’m part of the latter group. If you’re also part of the team and want to cook the best pepper steak and rice combo at home… Let me share the undeniably best …
Nasi Lemak is one of those interesting rice dishes where the rice is cooked neither in water nor broth but in coconut milk. But here’s the catch: not all rice varieties excel in this style of cooking. If you want your Nasi Lemak to be fragrant, flavorful, and have the perfect texture, you must use …
Do you know the secret to cooking authentic orange chicken at home? Nope, it’s not following tried-and-tested orange chicken recipes. That’s already a given. It’s more like knowing which rice you should pair with this American-favorite Chinese dish. And that’s exactly what we’ll talk about in this post! Crowned Rice Variety: Long-Grain White Rice Long-grain …
Have you ever cooked white rice and it turned out yellow? (Frustrating, isn’t it?) It could just be the lighting in your kitchen. But who are we kidding, really? The resulting rice is definitely yellow when it should have been heavenly white! Debating whether to throw out the lights, or the yellow rice out the …
Do you ever get that excitement when you’re about to eat a home-cooked meal? There’s anticipation for that first bite you’ve been looking forward to all day. But then you take that bite and you’re met with a soggy and mushy squish instead. What you thought was perfectly cooked rice ended up being a watery …
I remember this one time when I was staying with my grandmother, who’s the ultimate master chef of the family (for context). For some reason I already forgot, she wanted me to cook our lunch that day. I refused at first because like I said, she’s an amazing cook. Why ask the apprentice, then? Still …