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Rice cooked in the microwave?

frenchie — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 17:32:54 GMT

Anyone know how much time and if water amount is the same as on top of the stove?

I'd like to try it without making a big mess.

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

Ainhisg — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 17:53:28 GMT

Here you go! This is a recipe that I have rewritten in Google documents, so don't be worried about clicking on the link. It shouldn't get poofed, because there is no advertisement.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tYGzNisMglR2ZGvU8urWAHz6YJqt1b7LMh-BHEtkSLA/edit

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

SeaMaiden — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:00:37 GMT

@frenchie I have switched to Califlower rice. I just buy it frozen already riced( big bag at costco for cheap!) and just put it in the microwave on high for a few minutes in a covered dish...... NO water added.... it just steam cooks it..... it comes out fluffy and wonderful... plus it is low calorie and low carb..... much better for you. It tastes a lot like white fluffy rice.

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

Milo on qvc — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:07:35 GMT

I've been cooking rice in the microwave for years. It's easy and comes out perfectly.
I use Uncle Ben's rice and follow box directions. About 30 minutes total. Five minutes on high and 20 to 25 on medium power. Covered. When done, poke a hole in the covering with a fork. IT'S HOT! Stand back. Then carefully peel off the wrap. The second cooking time may fluctuate depending on the age and power of your microwave. Never go back to stove top cooking of rice!

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

ALRATIBA — Sat, 18 Feb 2023 18:31:00 GMT

I bought a microwave rice cooker from Amazon in 2014, I just checked - it cost $18, but currently not available.. Always perfect rice.

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

rockygems123 — Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:47:42 GMT

@SeaMaiden wrote:
@frenchie I have switched to Califlower rice. I just buy it frozen already riced( big bag at costco for cheap!) and just put it in the microwave on high for a few minutes in a covered dish...... NO water added.... it just steam cooks it..... it comes out fluffy and wonderful... plus it is low calorie and low carb..... much better for you. It tastes a lot like white fluffy rice.

@SeaMaiden Good to know about Costco. I have some small bags from Trader Joe's and if I like will get the Costco one, probably can't be much different in taste.

Nice about the carb alternatives, isn't it?! So happy I cut back on those.

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

SeaMaiden — Sun, 19 Feb 2023 10:52:37 GMT

@rockygems123 wrote:
@SeaMaiden wrote:
@frenchie I have switched to Califlower rice. I just buy it frozen already riced( big bag at costco for cheap!) and just put it in the microwave on high for a few minutes in a covered dish...... NO water added.... it just steam cooks it..... it comes out fluffy and wonderful... plus it is low calorie and low carb..... much better for you. It tastes a lot like white fluffy rice.
@SeaMaiden Good to know about Costco. I have some small bags from Trader Joe's and if I like will get the Costco one, probably can't be much different in taste.

Nice about the carb alternatives, isn't it?! So happy I cut back on those.

@rockygems123 Yes! All those calorie savings too!

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

Trailrun23 — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 05:20:25 GMT

I have used the cauliflower rice at Costco for a couple of years. Now they have a cauliflower fried rice that is great. The big bag cones with four smaller bags inside...I have added some extra red peppers and some coconut aminos to it and DH and I both like it.

Re: Rice cooked in the microwave?

SeaMaiden — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 15:00:40 GMT

@Trailrun23 wrote:
I have used the cauliflower rice at Costco for a couple of years. Now they have a cauliflower fried rice that is great. The big bag cones with four smaller bags inside...I have added some extra red peppers and some coconut aminos to it and DH and I both like it.

@Trailrun23 @The only reason I will not buy the fried Rice version of the Costco califlower rice is that they add corn and peas...two starchy carb based and not worth the calories "vegetables". Also has other additives that add sodium and sugar....