Description
A foolproof rice hack recipe to achieve fluffy, flavorful rice every time. Learn simple techniques, quick fixes, and creative ways to use rice in delicious meals.
Ingredients
Scale
For Perfect Rice
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 1 ½ cups water (or broth for extra flavor)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter (optional for texture)
For Rice Flour Dough Hack
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons water
- ¼ cup flour (optional for firmer dough)
For Quick Fried Rice
- 2 cups day-old cooked rice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ cup chopped vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
Perfect Rice Cooking Method
- Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add rice, salt, and oil (if using).
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Rice Flour Dough Hack
- Blend cooked rice with water until a smooth paste forms.
- Knead into a soft dough, adding flour if needed.
- Roll out and shape into dumplings, flatbreads, or rice cakes.
- Cook by steaming, pan-frying, or baking as desired.
Quick Fried Rice
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and chopped vegetables. Stir-fry for 2 minutes.
- Push veggies to the side, pour in beaten egg, and scramble until cooked.
- Add rice and soy sauce, stirring well. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Finish with sesame oil and serve hot.
Notes
- Using broth instead of water enhances the flavor of rice.
- For a healthier option, cool and reheat rice to increase resistant starch.
- Day-old rice is best for fried rice to avoid mushiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked rice
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
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