From Idli To Soups: 7 Ways To Use Leftover Rice

By Ujjainee Roy

November 9th, 2023

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You can use day-old rice to make the most scrumptious meals! They can easily be added to dishes and can make soups and bases more filling or to make a great breakfast. Here are some ways to get creative with leftover rice

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Crispy Fried Rice

Did you know you can make perfectly crispy fried rice if you let the rice rest in the fridge overnight and don't warm it before cooking? Just let it pan fry!

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Masala Rice Cutlets

Throw in some veggies and some chaat masala to make delicious rice cutlets. You can also add in some meat or give it a breaded crust

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Veggie Soup

You can always stir the cooked rice into some soup to make it more filling. It works best with chicken and veggie soups

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Risotto

Want to try your hand at risotto? Start with day-old rice. Simply mix your rice with some herbs, stock, and a touch of butter, and add in some white wine

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Burrito

Make a heart burrito wrap by adding seasoned rice alongside your meat and veggie filings in your burrito. Try heating the rice and stirring it with herbs and lime

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Idli

Simply blend 1½ cup cooked rice and 1 cup water to make a smooth paste and make idlis at home!

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All-In-One Pancakes

Throw in some veggies, leftover meat along with tofu and some leftover rice to make some dinner pancakes. The beauty of this dish is that it can be made with anything you have in the fridge!

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