Rice is a grain native to Asia and Africa, which is consumed daily around the world. This food can accompany a large number of meals.
Thanks to its delicious flavor, its number of varieties (full, short, long, agglutinated, yamaní, semi-complete, aromatic and many others) it can be cooked at different cooking times. Should I wash it before cooking it?
Is it convenient to wash rice or not?
When washing rice, we remove the starch it contains.
Removing some of the starch from the rice before cooking it can make our dish drier. If we leave it, this cereal, on the contrary, will be softer and tastier.
The type of rice processing will also greatly influence the amount of starch it can contain. If it is industrial, it is more likely to contain starch and other preservatives unsuitable for good nutrition.
It all depends on the destination of the dish!
The choice to wash the rice or not depends on your choice of dish. It can accompany a stew, a soup or even desserts! Depending on the consistency you want to obtain, wash the rice or, on the contrary, pour it directly into the saucepan to obtain a more melting grain. All you have to do is put yourself in the kitchen!
Types of rice and cooking
Brown rice: this type of rice requires about 30 minutes of cooking and it is recommended to soak it for a few hours before cooking it.
White rice: this type of rice requires less cooking time, approximately between 13 and 15 minutes.
Long grain rice: long grain rice requires between 15 and 20 minutes of cooking. It is used for main dishes, for side dishes or salads because they tend to be firm after being cooked.
Wild, red or brown rice: This type of rice is also long and has a high protein content. They are usually mixed with white rice for a delicious taste. Its cooking time is between 30 and 40 minutes.
Short-grain rice: This rice absorbs much more liquid and is widely used for desserts and side dishes. It cooks between 15 and 20 minutes.