Recipes tagged with « Rice »
Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding
Rice pudding made creamy with coconut milk and a touch of brown sugar, cooked slowly to tender grains. Uses arborio or short grain rice. Cream thickened with tapioca starch for silky texture. Vanilla and lime zest add depth and brightness. Chill before serving to set pudding and develop flavors. Easy swap coconut milk for any dairy or nut milk; brown sugar replaced by maple syrup or honey if preferred. Slow simmer with gentle stirring prevents rice sticking and burning. Pudding thickens as it cools. Serve with toasted coconut flakes or fresh fruit for texture contrast.
Microwave Basmati Rice
Quick basmati rice made in the microwave with vegetable broth and a hint of lime zest. Rinsed rice is essential for texture. Cooking time adjusted to avoid mush. Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth or water if needed. Salt and pepper to taste throughout the process. Resting allows grains to firm up and absorb remaining liquid. Stirring mid-cook prevents clumps and uneven cooking. This method saves stove space and time without compromising rice integrity.
Citrus Honey Rice
Long grain rice sautéed in oil. Chicken broth swapped with vegetable broth. Honey replaced with agave nectar. Lime zest and juice balanced with fresh chopped cilantro. Cooking times adjusted slightly for texture. Onion sprouts instead of green onions. Salt and pepper for seasoning. Bright, lightly sweet, tangy rice base for seafood or poultry. Quick sauté before simmer. Piquant citrus notes from zest and juice. Simple technique. Versatile grain side. Warm oil coats rice, broth absorbs flavor. Simmer covered. Toss in herbs last. Final stir before serving. Citrus twist to basic basmati grain. That’s it.