Fridgr Team6 min read
12 Delicious Things to Make with Leftover Rice
Leftover rice is a meal-prep goldmine. From fried rice to rice pudding, here are 12 creative ways to transform yesterday's rice.
Leftover rice is a meal-prep goldmine. From fried rice to rice pudding, here are 12 creative ways to transform yesterday's rice.
Leftover rice is actually better for many dishes—it's drier and won't go mushy.Here are 12 ways to give cold rice a delicious second life.
The king of leftover rice dishes. High heat, cold rice, vegetables, egg, soy sauce. Restaurant-quality in 10 minutes.
Simmer leftover rice with milk, sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add cinnamon or nutmeg. Comfort dessert from scraps.
Mix rice with mince, tomatoes, and cheese. Stuff into bell peppers and bake. Complete meal with minimal effort.
Cold rice with chopped vegetables, herbs, and vinaigrette. Mediterranean style with olives and feta, or Asian with sesame dressing.
Mix rice with cheese, form into balls, stuff with mozzarella, bread and fry. Crispy outside, gooey inside.
Chinese rice porridge. Simmer rice with extra water until broken down and silky. Top with spring onions, sesame oil, and a fried egg.
Japanese comfort food. Chicken fried rice wrapped in a soft omelette, drizzled with ketchup. Cosy and delicious.
Base of rice, topped with beans, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and protein. Build-your-own dinner.
Caribbean classic. Rice with kidney beans, coconut milk, and spices. Complete protein, minimal cost.
Mix rice with egg, flour, and seasonings. Pan-fry in patties until crispy. Great for using up small amounts.
Korean mixed rice. Rice topped with sautéed vegetables, meat, fried egg, and gochujang. Mix everything together before eating.
Add leftover rice to any soup to make it more filling. It absorbs flavours and adds body.
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