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What kind of rice is used for congee? Congee can be made with many different types of rice. Use basic white long-grain rice if you like; jasmine rice is a favorite as well. Other long-grain rice varieties like basmati can create a nice congee, and even short-grain rice will work. What does rice porridge taste like? Its yolk is slightly… Continue reading "FAQ: What Is Japanese Rice Porridge?"

How do you make rice balls stick together? You might need to add a little extra water (start w/ +1 Tbsp) to make the rice sticky, or mix in a bit of rice vinegar to the cooked rice and fan it. What are Japanese rice balls made of? Also known as o-musubi or nigirimeshi, onigiri are Japanese rice ball snacks… Continue reading "Readers ask: How To Make Traditional Japanese Rice Balls?"

Is Japanese white rice bad? Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare did make one major update to the most recent guidelines: Because Japanese people mostly eat white rice as their main grain, and white rice is linked to an increased risk of chronic diseases, the 2010 guidelines recommend that only 50 to 65 percent of a person’s diet should… Continue reading "Readers ask: If White Rice Is Bad Why Do Japanese People Live So Long?"

How much water do you use to cook Japanese rice in a rice cooker? The Japanese golden rule for rice to water ratio is 1: 1.1 (or 1.2). That is 10-20% more water (that you didn’t add)! For 1 rice cooker cup (180 ml), you will need 200 ml of water, not 180 ml. Can you make sushi rice in… Continue reading "How To Make Japanese Rice In Rice Cooker?"

How do you make Japanese curry from scratch? How To Make Japanese Curry Cook the beef cubes in a large pot and transfer them to a plate once they are cooked. Add onions to the pot and cook them until tender. Stir in garlic, ginger and grated apple and cook for two minutes. Sift flour and stir. Add carrots, potatoes… Continue reading "Readers ask: How To Make Japanese Curry Rice With Curry Powder?"