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Hainan Chicken Rice in Your Rice Cooker

April 3, 2025August 19, 2026Leave a comment

Hainanese Chicken Rice is a traditional dish originally from Hainan Island, in which the chicken is gently poached and then served with rice and a dipping sauce.

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Spicy Cajun Fish Recipe-Easy One-Pot Meal

March 20, 2025August 19, 2026Leave a comment

This fish and rice is a fantastic one pot meal. It’s not difficult  to throw together and can feed a fairly large group. It’s packed with flavor, and has a nice soft spicy flavor. 

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Mastering Risotto: A Step-by-Step Guide

March 20, 2025August 4, 2026Leave a comment

Risotto is one of the simplest dishes imaginable, yet it is so often prepared poorly. The key is patience and flawless ingredients. There are no short cuts here. 

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Mastering Authentic Risotto: Tips and Ingredients

March 2, 2020July 19, 2026Leave a comment

Risotto is one of the most amazing dishes known to man. It is a simple combination of butter, stock and rice, which when properly prepared rises to an art form.

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Seafood Stock Rice Pilaf: A Unique Twist on Rice

June 25, 2018July 22, 2026Leave a comment

This is an interesting pilaf recipe because it uses Thai brown jasmine rice rather than normal white long grain rice. Also, I’ve omitted the traditional orzo, as I just don’t feel it adds anything to the recipe. However, if you prefer white jasmine rice, that will work as well. Just note the change to stock ratios.

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Delicious Coconut Rice Recipe: A Global Favorite

August 15, 2016July 22, 2026Leave a comment

I’m not sure if this is more of an southern Indian dish, a Southeast Asian, or Carribean dish, as I have had it in many countries with slight variations, but either way, it is a fantastic side dish which is the perfect foil for so many main dishes. Its easy to prepare and very good indeed.

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Savannah Red Rice with Smoked Sausage

September 21, 2015August 19, 2026Leave a comment

This is a dish that is a staple throughout the low country region of South Carolina, Savannah Red Rice. I have had many different variations but this one is my personal favorite. If you want it to be a bit milder, you can leave out the cayenne pepper. It’s easy to make and can be served as a main or a side dish. 

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