Best 3 Perfect Japanese Rice Recipes
In the realm of culinary arts, Japanese rice stands tall as a cornerstone of the nation's cuisine, revered for its distinct texture, subtle flavors, and versatility in various dishes. From the humble rice bowl to elaborate multi-course meals, Japanese rice serves as a unifying thread, embodying the essence of Japanese culinary tradition. Mastering the art of cooking perfect Japanese rice is akin to unlocking a gateway to a world of culinary delights, allowing home cooks and food enthusiasts to elevate their meals with authentic Japanese flavors. In this comprehensive guide, we embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind achieving the perfect consistency, texture, and taste of Japanese rice, transforming your kitchen into a haven of Japanese culinary excellence.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PERFECT SHORT-GRAIN WHITE RICE BY LISTENING (JAPANESE, KOREAN, C
I never could cook short-grain East Asian-style rice until I learned this method from Japanese cookbooks. I knew what I was after: the rice should stick together enough that mouthfuls can easily be picked up with chopsticks, but not be at all sticky or gummy. Each grain should be white and smooth, almost pearl-like, and should taste subtly not just of starch but of delicious grain. For a long time, my short-grain rice was not only not perfect, it often turned out gummy or scorched. I had been able to cook any kind of long-grain rice quite well for years; with that I seem to pick up on some cues I can't quite put into words, maybe just the timing, or some change in the smell. This knack didn't translate to short-grain rice, and I continued to struggle until I read some Japanese cookbooks. As soon as I tried this method, I was able to produce nearly perfect short-grain white rice right away. The cues for how to cook the short-grain rice are in the sounds it makes while cooking. A Japanese nursery rhyme explains: Hajime choro choro (At first it bubbles) Naka pa ppa (And then it hisses) Akago naite mo (Even if the baby is crying (from hunger)) Futa toru na (Don't remove the lid)
Provided by Nose5775
Categories White Rice
Time 52m
Yield 3-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- You will probably want to start preparing the rice before the rest of the meal; if it is ready first, it will stay hot for a while in the pot.
- First, wash the rice with water, by swishing the water through with your hands or a wooden spoon, and then draining-- some older cookbooks will tell you to rinse thoroughly, but most modern rice says on the package"no talc," (that's what they use to polish it), so all you are doing is washing off the surface dust.
- Put the rice and measured water into a medium flat-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid.
- Ideally, you will soak the rice for 15 minutes to 3 hours before starting to cook it, but if you are pressed for time, you can add an extra tablespoon of water and skip the soak.
- Cover the pot, turn the heat on high, and bring the rice to a boil (about 4 minutes): you will know it is boiling because you will hear it bubbling and"dancing" inside the pot.
- Do not remove the lid.
- Turn the heat to low (if you have an electric stove you may need to switch to another burner) and simmer (about 15 minutes): you will hear the rice burbling a bit.
- Do not remove the lid.
- When the water is all absorbed, the sound will change to a low hiss.
- When you hear the hissing sound, turn the heat up to high again for just 20-30 seconds to help"dry off" the bottom of the rice.
- Do not remove the lid.
- Turn off the heat completely (especially if you have an electric stove, remove the pot from the heat altogether) and let the rice stand covered (do not remove the lid!) and steam itself for another 10-20 minutes.
- Dampen a wooden spoon or wooden rice paddle.
- Now remove the lid!
- Toss the rice lightly with the spoon or paddle so that it is fluffed a bit but still clumps enough to be picked up with chopsticks.
- If you need to keep the rice hot a while longer, hold a kitchen towel to the lid of the pot to absorb the moisture, then put the lid back on the pot.
- Serve in individual rice bowls.
NOBU'S PERFECT JAPANESE RICE
Chef and restauranteur Nobu Matsuhisa has a few simple techniques that can enhance a simple dish of rice.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains Rice Recipes
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Wash rice in a fine sieve placed in a bowl until the water runs clear, about 3 or 4 times. Drain. Let rice rest 20 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, add rice and 3 cups cold water. Make a well in the center of the rice. Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 13 to 15 minutes, depending on the freshness of rice. Reduce heat to low, and cook for an additional 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Do not remove lid. Let rice rest for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
PERFECT JAPANESE RICE.
basic onigiri (riceball) recipe. Add any filling you want I particularly like Egg scrambled with some soy sauce (dark) and toasted (brush with a little miso mixed with sake and grill) Onigiri can be very hard to handmake. Moulds are available but difficult to get in the UK without paying high prices, small jelly mould or egg cups work really well.
Provided by PinkCherryBlossom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4 lumps
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Wash rice in a colander until water runs clear.
- Drain well and then soak for 30 minutes.
- Put rice and water in a sauce pan make sure it has a tight fitting lid and wrap a tea towel around the lid to keep the steam inside
- Heat until boiling then turn to low and steam for 15 mins finally turn the heat off and let stand for a further 15 minutes. DO NOT LIFT THE LID OFF AT THIS TIME!
- Let the rice cool enough so it is warm but won't burn your hands when picked up.
- At this point if using fillings or flavorings add them to the rice.
- Wet hands and add a little salt if you feel like it. Take some rice and shape it into a circle, triangle, cat head whatever you want.
- It is quite difficult don't worry if yours are wonky!
- Add filling and or garnish at this stage and finish with a strip of nori either round the edge or as a "napkin" at one end.
Tips:
- Use the right kind of rice: Japanese short-grain rice is the best choice for making perfect Japanese rice.
- Rinse the rice well: Rinsing the rice removes starch and impurities, resulting in fluffy, separate grains.
- Use the correct water-to-rice ratio: The general rule is 1 cup of rice to 1.2 cups of water, but you may need to adjust this ratio slightly depending on the type of rice you're using.
- Cook the rice on low heat: Low heat allows the rice to cook evenly and prevents it from becoming mushy.
- Don't stir the rice while it's cooking: Stirring the rice can break the grains and make the rice gummy.
- Let the rice rest before serving: Letting the rice rest for a few minutes after cooking allows the grains to absorb all the moisture and become fluffy.
Conclusion:
Making perfect Japanese rice is not difficult, but it does require a little bit of practice. By following the tips above, you can make delicious, fluffy Japanese rice that will be the perfect accompaniment to any meal.
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