By Devi Poojari
March 8, 2024
Flavour and texture are the two pillars on which the concept of a deliciously colourful and nutritious rice bowl rests. Given how the carbohydrate forms one of the most important meal components in Indian home-cooked meals, here’s how you can fortify it further using simple touches.
Choose from an aromatic basmati to Japanese sticky rice to form 50% of your total rice bowl composition, depending on the kind of meal you want to build.
Have limited quantities of a variety of toppings which could include protein, salads, sauces or dressings as well as a wedge or two of cheese.
Whether it is some grilled chicken or florets of broccoli, make sure to have small bits of toppings for easy transfer from bowl to spoon.
Make sure to have the right balance of all five flavours, along with a combination of soft, crunchy, chewy textures for the ultimate lunch experience.
Ensure that your sauce-to-toppings and rice ratio is balanced to the extent where it only brings everything together and doesn’t feel cloying.
Although food being pretty is not a necessity, put a few minutes in to carefully place your toppings over the grains in a manner where it is easy to mix or reach when you want another bite.