How to Save Overcooked Rice: A Method Many Don't Know About

21.07.2023 09:00

Any housewife knows that even an experienced cook can overcook rice.

Sometimes it is enough to simply add more water than required for the rice to lose its appetizing shape.

At first glance, it may seem that the situation will be impossible to fix, since the cereal has absorbed too much water. However, there is one simple method that will come to your rescue.

What does it consist of?

First, you will need to remove as much excess liquid as possible that may still remain in the pan. After that, you need to take a few pieces of bread.

It is better to take a slightly stale product.

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It will be enough to take a couple of pieces. By the way, bread crusts will do well.

We send the product to the pan with the garnish. Then use the lid and wait 15 minutes. After that, the rice will be very appetizing and crumbly.

By the way, this same trick will help the pilaf to remain high-quality and tasty. The secret is very simple: dry bread will quickly remove excess moisture from the cereal, thanks to which the side dish or pilaf will turn out perfect.

Marina Michalap Author: Marina Michalap Internet resource editor