Rice is a versatile ingredient used for cooking worldwide. However, with its bland taste, we can quickly transform it into various delicious dishes by incorporating different flavours and spices. In addition, we can use rice and rice products creatively to make healthy and nutritious meals. In this blog, we’ll explore some creative ways to use rice in cooking to help you add variety to your meals and keep them healthy and tasty.
RICE BOWLS
Rice bowls are a quick, easy and tasty way to incorporate rice into your meals. Start by cooking rice according to the package instructions. Once it’s ready, add your favourite toppings, such as grilled chicken or tofu, steamed veggies, and a delicious sauce. Two popular rice bowl combinations include teriyaki chicken rice bowl and veggie and tofu rice bowl.
RICE CAKES
Rice cakes are a fun and creative way to use rice and rice products in your cooking. Grind rice into a fine powder, mix with water and seasonings and cook into small cakes. We can serve rice cakes as a snack or a meal’s side dish. For added flavour, try adding spices such as turmeric, cumin or chilli powder.
RICE PUDDING
Rice pudding is a classic dessert that we can make in various ways. Start by cooking rice with milk, sugar and spices. Once the rice is tender, add your favourite ingredients, such as raisins, nuts, or fruit. This can be served as a warm or cold rice pudding and it’s a great way to use leftover rice.
RICE FLOUR
Rice flour is a versatile ingredient that we can use in various recipes. For example, we can use it as a gluten-free baking alternative or a coating for fried foods. Try making gluten-free cakes, cookies, or fried chicken with rice and rice products like rice flour.
RICE SALAD
Rice salad is a healthy and tasty way to incorporate rice and rice products into your meals. First, cook rice and add your favourite vegetables, fruits, and nuts. Then, dress with a delicious vinaigrette or other dressing of your choice. Rice salad is an excellent option for lunch or dinner; we can enjoy it cold or warm.
RICE STUFFED VEGETABLES
Stuffed vegetables are a fun and tasty way to use rice and rice products. Start by filling your favourite veggies with rice and seasonings. Then, bake until the veggies are tender and the filling is hot and bubbly. Some popular options for stuffed veggies include bell peppers, zucchini, and tomatoes.
RICE IN SOUPS AND STEWS
We can also use rice in soups and stews to add texture and nutrition to our meals. So, add cooked rice to your favourite soups and stews for added texture and flavour. This is an excellent way to use leftover rice and add extra nutrition to our meals.
EXPLORE YOUR CREATIVITY WITH THE RICE AND RICE PRODUCTS FROM QUOODO
Cooking the same meal daily can look dull and make you dislike certain food items. So, use the rice and rice products available at Quoodo to prepare mouth-watering and innovative dishes. We can use rice and rice products in various creative ways in our cooking, from rice bowls and cakes to puddings and stuffed vegetables.
The rice products available in our store at present include basmati biryani rice, jeerakasala rice, sona masoori rice, surti kolam rice, US-style rice, kuruva rice, poha, matta rice, and white rice. Use your imagination to transform rice into a delicious and healthy dish everyone will enjoy. So next time you’re looking for a new way to use rice in your cooking, try one of these creative ideas and add some variety to your meals.
