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!
Who doesn’t love rice? If I could, I would eat it with every meal. I know you feel the same way, Foodies. Once you taste long-grain rice, there’s just no going back. But let’s face it. Exclusively eating long-grain rice will be unhealthy. All those carbs? Yeah, not ideal. Maybe in an alternate reality. Truly …
When discussions of healthy rice come up, we immediately think of brown rice. Associating brown rice with “healthy” is all too common. But did you know that there are substitutes even healthier than brown rice itself? For others, they’re just another bag in the grocery store. Carelessly glanced over, but never the one picked up …
There’s no denying how delicious sticky rice is. But! Its difficulty in cooking can leave you wanting. You have to soak it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. While not overly complicated, this much prep time can be an issue for those looking for the quickest way to cook rice. Some use …
I know it’s very common to make cabbage rolls without rice. But, as a rice fanatic, stuffed cabbage without rice just feels incomplete. Of course, though, you shouldn’t add just any rice to your cabbage rolls. So, let me share which grains have yielded the best results for my stuffed cabbage! Crowned Rice For Stuffed …
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 …