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Rice Sides Recipes
Fluffy, seasoned rice to serve beside your main dish. Simple pots of rice with herbs, spices, and a little butter or oil.
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About Rice Sides
Rice sides start with a good pot of rice, then add flavor. Toasting the rice in a little oil or butter, cooking it in broth, and adding onion, garlic, spices, or herbs all make plain rice more interesting. The goal is separate, tender grains.
Here, rice is the helper on the plate rather than the star. Full meals like fried rice, biryani, and pilaf live in the Rice and Grains section. Compared to Potato Sides and Bean Sides, rice sides are lighter and good for soaking up sauce.
Questions folks ask
Why is my rice sticky?
Too much water or too much stirring is the usual cause. Rinse the rice first and avoid lifting the lid.
Should I rinse rice before cooking?
For most white rice, yes. It removes extra starch and helps the grains stay separate.
How long does cooked rice keep?
Cool it quickly and refrigerate within an hour or so. Use it within a few days and reheat until hot.
Kitchen tips
- Rinse rice until the water runs mostly clear for separate grains.
- Measure water carefully and keep the lid on while it cooks.
- Let rice rest, covered, for about ten minutes after cooking.
- Fluff with a fork, not a spoon, so the grains stay light.
- Use broth instead of water for more flavor.