Seven Ways With… Rice

There are so many foods out there that deserve the credit for being versatile and go beyond the mistaken boundaries of frying, baking and boiling. Rice is renowned for being used for all sorts of delectable snacks and dishes, but have you ever thought about the other ways you can utilise its goodness? In this feature, we’re looking at some alternative ways to cook and eat popular foods from across the globe. From unusual dishes to simple classics, here are seven ways with rice: 1. Pilaf This delicious rice dish not only can be made in one pot but takes minimum effort to put together – a quick treat for a satisfying dinner. Check out this recipe from BBC GoodFood. 2. Paella A traditional Spanish dish without the fuss! We're particularly fond of adding seafood to the mix. See this great recipe from Delia Smith. 3. Risotto An authentic recipe combined with your favourite meats or veg, typical of Venetian cooking. Why not try this great meal from Jamie Oliver. 4. Sushi Not only is sushi beautiful to look at but they’re so much fun to put together – you can get a real kick out of preparing your own sushi. See this simple recipe from the Food Network here. 5. Stuffed Vine Leaves These wrapped vine leaves are so tasty and are worth trying if you're looking for something different. Have a go at this recipe from Food.com 6. Rice Pudding Creamy and full of childhood of memories, rice pudding is perfect for an alternative dessert. Check out this lovely recipe for rice pudding on AllRecipes here. 7. Senbei (Japanese Rice Crackers) Sick of normal crackers? Try Japanese Rice Crackers! Crunchy and full of flavour, see Ivy Manning's recipe for Senbei here.