Are you still adding water to the pot where you cook rice? Today, I want to share with you a secret - why is the rice in the restaurant always so fluffy, sweet, and distinct? Don't worry, I'm here to unravel this mystery and teach you how to make delicious rice at home!
1. The art of rice selection
First, let's start with choosing rice. High-quality rice is like a star on the stage, with full grains, translucent color, and a charming glow. If you choose the right rice, you're half the battle! So, don't be stingy and go for the rice that makes your heart flutter.
Second, the skill of washing rice
Washing rice is not as simple as flushing rice! It's an art. The water temperature should be just right, about 30 degrees, like a gentle spa for rice. Stir gently so that every grain of rice is washed clean, but don't push too hard, otherwise the nutrients of the rice will be lost. The number of times the rice is washed is also particular, two times is enough, but too much is too much.
3. Mysterious seasoning weapons
Now, it's time to reveal the secret weapon! Get your little benches ready and listen up. Put the washed rice in the rice cooker, don't rush to add water, we need to add three magical seasonings.
First of all, table salt, only two grams are needed, and too much is too salty. It's like a master of seasoning, making the rice taste to the next level, salty and flavorful, and it can also make the rice more Q-elastic.
Next is sesame oil or tea oil, just add it in moderation. It's like an aroma magician, adding a captivating aroma to your rice and making your rice look more enticing and smell better.
Finally, white vinegar, don't add too much, a few drops are fine. It's like a taste improver, making the rice softer and sweeter, and every bite is full of happiness.
Fourth, the secret of water
Once you've added the seasoning, it's time to add water. Here's a tip! Measure the height of the rice with a black chopstick or similar tool and add purified water in a 1:1 ratio. This ensures that the rice is moderately soft and firm, and that the grains are distinct.
Fifth, the idea of one pot and two flavors
Have different tastes in your family? Don't worry, I've got a creative way to do it! Use a shovel to push the rice aside to form two parts of different heights. The high side has less water, and the low side has more water. In this way, one pot of rice can be transformed into two tastes to meet everyone's different needs.
6. The Art of Waiting
Place the liner in the rice cooker, close the lid, and wait patiently for 45 minutes as if waiting for a blooming flower. When the time comes, open the lid and the aroma will rush into your nose like a mischievous elf.
7. Enjoy a delicious moment
Gently flip the rice with a spatula, and you'll see that every grain of rice is refreshed and doesn't stick together. Take a bite and wow! The soft glutinous Q bounce of rice dances on the tip of the tongue, and the aroma spreads in the mouth. At this moment, you will feel that all the waiting is worth it!
What do you think? Can't wait to give it a try? Trust me, as long as you follow these steps, you can also become a rice expert! Let's say goodbye to the bland and tasteless rice and welcome the new realm of deliciousness! However, remember to share it with your family, because food is meant to spread love and happiness! 8. The art of pairing rice
Rice is delicious, but it's even more delicious if it goes well with some of the right dishes. For example, a bowl of fragrant braised pork or a refreshing and delicious vegetable salad will pair perfectly with rice. Of course, if you like spicy food, then a serving of spicy tofu or diced Sichuan chicken can also make your rice more appetizing.
9. Tips for healthy rice cooking
In addition to being delicious, we also need to focus on health. When cooking rice, try adding some multigrains such as brown rice, oats, corn, etc. This not only increases the nutritional value of the rice, but also enriches the taste. In addition, it is also important to control the intake of rice, and eat in moderation to maintain a healthy body.