From my kitchen, skipping the rice rinse is a hill I'll die on

My family's secret for decades has been to never rinse rice, claiming it locks in flavor and vitamins. Most cooks insist on rinsing to reduce starch, but our unrinsed rice gives a heartier texture in dishes like jambalaya. I've faced plenty of pushback from friends who say it's messy or wrong. How do you handle rice prep, and have you tried skipping the rinse?

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jade2263d ago

I always rinsed rice until I tried making paella without rinsing. The grains held up better and absorbed the broth more fully. Who knew skipping a step could make such a difference?

hugo_grant3d ago

Unrinsed rice really does hold up better, just like in my jambalaya!