How to heat rice with ice

It’s never too late to explore new culinary techniques, and those who believe they have mastered cooking are mistaken. The culinary universe is truly limitless.

Did you know, for example, that you can revive that leftover rice from the previous day in the microwave without it turning into a dry and tasteless mass? Many have already forged their own methods over years of experience, and they are unlikely to abandon their old habits in favor of a new one. However, if you haven’t found a technique yet, we present the perfect solution.

Most of us have faced the situation of having to reheat pasta or rice we had prepared earlier, and we know how frustrating it can be when these foods lose their texture.

Before you start heating that rice, it’s crucial to remember that cooked rice can be a source of food poisoning if not stored properly. To prevent this, when cooking rice, make sure to store the leftovers in the refrigerator once they reach room temperature. Wrap them in plastic or store them in a suitable container within a couple of hours after cooking and consume them within the next five days. It’s also essential to reheat only the necessary amount, as rice, like other foods, should not be reheated more than once.

The solution is as simple as it is intriguing: place an ice cube on the rice before putting it in the microwave. Surprisingly, the ice doesn’t melt, but evaporates, restoring the rice’s smooth texture and delicious flavor, as if it had just been freshly cooked. But how does it work? The magic lies in the hydrogen bonds in the ice, which prevent the water molecules from moving, and, therefore, from absorbing the microwave’s energy.

From this moment on, you won’t have to worry about leftovers of rice in the refrigerator from the previous night. You won’t have to rack your brain trying to restore its delicious texture, even after it’s been in the fridge for hours. All you need is a microwave and an ice cube. Leave your doubts and reservations behind, place the ice on the rice, close the microwave door, set the timer and power, and get ready for a pleasant surprise. When you take the dish out of the microwave, the ice cube will still be intact, but it will have helped keep the rice soft and appetizing. At this point, all that’s left to do is take a bite of the dish and enjoy it to the fullest