For an easy African dish, try the Nigerian jollof rice. It’s made with a few veggies and spices, and it’s an incredibly flavorful way to make rice that goes really well with baked or fried chicken. What Is Jollof Rice? Jollof rice is a beloved West African dish that’s celebrated for its rich flavor, vibrant …
The creamy rice dish risotto pairs so well with shrimp, creating shrimp risotto- a true comfort classic. It’s a dish that seems complex on the surface and might appear to be a little over your head if you’re a novice cook. However, I’m going to share with you a method for how to make shrimp …
Cauliflower rice is a new trend going through the food industry, and I’m excited about the possibilities of this food. The basic idea behind it is to take pieces of cauliflower and pulse them through a food processor for a little while until they come out like puffy little granules of rice. Of course, since …
Barley is a nutty grain with a texture that’s a little bit chewy. It’s probably a grain you don’t think too much about, and it’s one that’s often overlooked in comparison to wheat and rice grains. This food offers plenty of nutritional value, making it worthwhile to seek out and learn how to cook. The …
Paella is a Spanish dish made with rice. Traditionally, the Spanish served paella with a wooden spoon, so the name means “shallow pan used for frying.” In the past, the Spanish would eat it straight out of the pan. Now, we are going to look at a shallow pan recipe in an instant pot. If …
Rice is a staple food in India. However, its history goes a long way. Its origins remain untraceable. Some historians reported that the Chinese cultivated rice near the Yangtze River. It started 8,200 to 15,000 years ago. Indians began domesticating rice along the river Ganges. The Indians prefer gravy, fried potato, and lentils as side …
I know more and more people are using rice cookers to make their rice, and I don’t blame them. It’s a lot faster and easier than cooking your rice the conventional way, in a pot on the stove. The rice cooker is specially designed to make rice in the simplest way possible. Best of all, …
It’s crazy how the simplest of ingredients can make all the difference in the culinary world. Maybe the simplicity of the ingredients in today’s recipe is because they’re subserving. They all complement the rockstar of the plate: the crab. From Chinese and Thai origins comes today’s recipe: Thai crab fried rice. Just by talking about …
There is nothing like a comforting risotto as part of my meal to make me feel all warm inside. I love how creamy and thick it is, almost like a porridge. Anyone who has eaten risotto before knows that it is best when accompanied by some other foods as part of a meal, though. It …
Dried mushrooms have a strong flavor to them and a meaty, chewy texture. This makes them ideal for adding to vegetarian dishes, as they can be substituted for meat in a variety of dishes. You can use mushrooms on your sandwiches, salads, pizza, pasta and more as a healthy vegan alternative to processed foods, meats …
Fried rice is a very popular Asian dish, particularly known for its Chinese version. Today, however, we’re going Indian to introduce more variety to your meals. So buckle up and let’s dive into 4 different Indian fried rice recipes that’ll have you drooling! Indian Vegetable Fried Rice Recipe If you’re looking for an easy Indian …
A staple in Italian cuisine, risotto is one of the most delicious dishes that you can prepare for your loved ones or even enjoy by yourself on a night after you’re done with all your chores and tasks. This warm and tasty dish combines beautifully with various ingredients, so it can be the perfect meal …
Did you know that rice is the most consumed food on the planet? Millions of pounds of rice are boiled each day around the world, and in some parts of the world, rice is as common a meal staple as bread is in western countries. In parts of Asia, South America and Africa, rice is …
Wild rice is a grain harvested from aquatic grass species that are indigenous to the lakes of Minnesota and Wisconsin. If you want to know how to cook wild rice at home, you’re in for a treat! In today’s article, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know, including the wild rice pilaf recipe …
What is Quinoa? What does it look like? What does quinoa taste like? How do you cook it? I’ll answer all of your Quinoa related questions here! Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-wah) has in the past few years gotten a lot of attention across the globe, and it is now a common sight on restaurant menus and …