Comfort Food Recipes with of rice

Cozy up with these comforting of rice recipes — simple dishes that warm the heart.

Recipes with of rice

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Steamed squid with rice noodles

This dish combines the fresh flavors of the sea with the softness of rice noodles, absorbing every drop of flavor. Squid steamed until tender combines with the light rice noodles, creating a naturally savory sensation that's subtle yet rich. The fragrant aroma of spices and garlic enhances the deliciousness, while a subtle hint of spiciness makes each mouthful warm and enticing. Fresh toppings on top enhance the appearance and complement the flavors. Perfect as a comforting main course, Steamed Squid with Rice Noodles offers a simple yet elegant delicacy, creating a culinary experience that's hard to forget.

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Steamed Black Sesame Rice Cake

This black sesame rice flour steamed cake is absolutely delicious! The moment it's served, the delicate aroma of rice wafts over, blending with the rich, caramelized scent of black sesame. The osmanthus syrup drizzled on top adds a subtle, sweet floral fragrance, creating a delightfully layered flavor. The texture is truly soft and chewy, without any excessive lightness or airiness. Instead, it has a delicate, powdery texture that's satisfying yet easy to chew, with a slight resilience. The black sesame filling blends perfectly with the rice flour, the flavor is harmonious, and the sweetness is just right—not cloying at all. Only the rich aroma of black sesame and rice slowly unfolds in your mouth, leaving a lingering, natural fragrance of grains on your palate.

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Indian Chicken Masala Curry

The freshly cooked Indian curry chicken is a feast for the eyes! The thick golden curry sauce wraps each piece of tender chicken. As soon as the aroma of spices floats into the nose, you can smell the warmth of turmeric and the spiciness of cumin swirling in the air. Gently poke it with a spoon, the chicken is stewed soft and tender, and when you take a bite, the gravy mixed with curry bursts in your mouth - the soft fragrance brought by the Indian curry masala flavor, the fresh and spicy slowly rises, leaving a slight sweet aftertaste, and the carrots and onions become extremely tasty. The thick curry sauce is poured on the hot rice, and each grain of rice is wrapped in a golden coat. When you take a bite, the layers of spices unfold on the tip of the tongue, and the warmth irons from the stomach to the heart. After eating, you can't help but smell the curry fragrance on your fingers a few more times~

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Kimbap(韓式紫菜包飯)

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Sichuan and Chongqing people love pumpkin, mushroom, and rice crust (Kong Fan)

In Sichuan and Chongqing, this braised rice dish is known as "Kong Fan." Braised pumpkin, dried mushrooms, and rice create a golden rice dish that blends the sweetness of pumpkin with the savory flavors of mushrooms and minced meat. The crispy texture of rice crust and the chewy, soft texture of pumpkin create a truly delicious dish. Even without the added ingredients, you'll still be left wanting more!

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Cantonese-style glutinous rice with preserved meat

Winter Solstice is here! In Guangdong, there's a saying that Winter Solstice is more important than the Lunar New Year, so the rituals must be fully realized. For Winter Solstice, be sure to try this steamed glutinous rice with preserved meats! Every grain of rice is coated in the aroma of preserved meats, glistening with oil—it's incredibly tempting. The reddish-brown of the sausage and bacon, the deep brown of the shiitake mushrooms, the bright green of the scallions, and the pale yellow of the peanuts—the color combination is absolutely stunning; just looking at it makes your mouth water. The taste is divine! Steaming the ingredients together allows the rich, savory aroma of the preserved meats to permeate the very core of the rice, making every grain fragrant and flavorful. Combined with the freshness of the dried scallops and shrimp, and the aroma of the shiitake mushrooms, the layers of flavor are simply irresistible. This method is also a godsend for those who aren't good at cooking! No need to struggle with stir-frying glutinous rice; just steam it and you're done! The glutinous rice is chewy and bouncy, and the ingredients are thoroughly infused with flavor. Effortlessly master this limited-edition Cantonese Winter Solstice delicacy!

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Sour and fragrant Yunnan-style small pot rice noodles

Lately, I've been eating too much pasta and really wanted a change. Yunnan rice noodles are like Chongqing hotpot—the flavor is ingrained in the local culture. A trip to Yunnan is guaranteed to hook you; you'll crave it every day! To recreate the Yunnan taste, the local sauces and pickled vegetables are the soul of the dish! The tangy pickled vegetables mixed with the rich sauce, combined with the aroma of meat, are irresistible. Picking up a mouthful of rice noodles, each strand is coated in the thick sauce. Slurping them down, they're soft, chewy, and the savory, spicy, and sour sauce explodes on your tongue. The crisp, sour pickled vegetables cut through the richness of the minced meat. Then, a bite of a poached egg soaked in broth—layers of sour, spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavors unfold, warming you from your tongue to your stomach. Finally, I've satisfied my craving for Yunnan rice noodles!

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Coconut Chicken Rice

Coconut Chicken Rice is an easy, no-fuss rice-cooker meal where marinated chopped chicken legs cook right on top of rice, with coconut water standing in for the usual cooking liquid. The coconut water adds a gentle sweetness, while soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, and cooking wine bring a deep savoury aroma—finished with fresh green onions mixed through for a clean, comforting bite. Try this alternative chicken rice with coconut water that is fast and requires no skills! The sweetness from coconut water and the oil from chicken give this strong flavour to the rice.

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Finger-licking cola chicken wings for meat-eaters

The meat-eating beast suddenly craves cola chicken wings, and grumbles that I haven't eaten them for a long time~ I must arrange it immediately! Look at these golden chicken wings, wrapped in bright red and rich sauce, and they are tender and juicy. The sweetness of cola and the aroma of light soy sauce and dark soy sauce blend perfectly, and the aroma is crazy and dazzling! The meat-eating beast eats it very happily, and keeps shouting that this is the most delicious cola chicken wings in the world. The old mother's sense of accomplishment is directly full~ This dish uses cola to stew chicken wings, and boils out a unique sweet fragrance. It is a "tongue harvester" for children, specializing in all kinds of rice residue!

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Nanchang Mixed Rice Noodles

The moment this bowl of Nanchang mixed rice noodles is served, the aroma fills your nostrils. Each strand of rice noodle is coated in a glistening sauce, springy and chewy, with the rich flavor of the blended sesame oil and the spiciness of the chili oil. The crispness of the dried radish, the caramelized aroma of the peanuts, and the freshness of the cilantro unfold in layers in your mouth, becoming more fragrant with each chew. Its status as a national delicacy stems from the meticulous care put into this bowl of noodles: the blended oil is the essence of vegetables and spices simmered for 15 minutes; the blended soy sauce is a savory-sweet flavor achieved by simmering rock sugar and spices; and it's paired with readily available chili oil—every seasoning is carefully blended. This seemingly simple bowl of mixed noodles embodies an ultimate pursuit of the essence of everyday life; one bite and you'll understand why it's so popular across the country.