Enriched White Rice

Store uncooked enriched white rice in a cool, dry place in an airtight container. It has a very long shelf life, often years, if stored properly. Cooked rice should be refrigerated and consumed within 3-4 days.

Nutrient content can vary slightly by brand due to fortification levels. Values are approximate for cooked rice.

Rinse rice before cooking to remove excess starch, which can make it clump.

Use the correct water-to-rice ratio (usually 1:1.5 or 1:2, check package directions) for fluffy results.

Let cooked rice rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes after cooking before fluffing with a fork.

Curries and stews

Stir-fries

As a base for grain bowls

With grilled or baked meats and vegetables

In casseroles and rice puddings

Not rinsing the rice, leading to a sticky or gummy texture.

Adding too much water, resulting in mushy rice.

Stirring the rice too much while it's cooking, which can break the grains and release too much starch.