Cook rice right

Avoid sticking or clumping and avoid wastage by choosing the best cooking method for your kitchen.

Rice cookers: simply put a measured amount of rice and water in the machine, cover and switch it on. When the water has been absorbed, the rice cooker turns itself off and keeps the rice warm for several hours without spoiling.

Open pan method: cover the rice with plenty of water (as you would with pasta or vegetables) and bring to a boil. Stir, turn down to a simmer and cook until the grains are tender. Drain in a colander and stand for a few minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Closed pan method: measure the right amount of cold water for your grain type and bring it to a boil. Lower the heat, cover the pan and simmer until the rice absorbs the water completely. Turn off the heat and leave it covered for
a few minutes.

Combi-steamer method: add a measured amount of rice and water to the machine along with any seasonings such as whole spices, salt and butter. Cook on 100% steam according to the timings on the packet’s instructions.

Source sustainable rice

The traditional methods of growing and processing rice use a lot of water and energy. To farm rice, irrigation systems are often put in place which can cause environmental problems. Using wider grain varieties and choosing a trusted supplier will help you source rice more sustainably. Tilda is on a mission to be one of the most socially and environmentally responsible rice producers in the world. Its recent B Corp certification is a result of its work with rice farmers to cut emissions and test new farming techniques such as Alternate Wetting Drying, which reduces water and energy use. Tilda aims to have 80% more farmers using this method.

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