Rice and Grain Recipes & Ideas

Almost more than any other kitchen gadget, this one is all about making one thing in your life easier.

Get ready to grab your largest serving spoon to scoop up generous portions of seasoned chicken and creamy rice and vegetables.

The name says it all.

It's one of the Taiwanese snacks I miss the most.

Think slow cooker oats are just for utility? Think again. These are the ultimate rich and creamy oats that you'll want to savor.

Great for busy weeknights and big-batch meal prep.

If brown rice is your nemesis, there is one method I think you’ll agree is a winner: cooking brown rice in the oven. We’re so used to cooking rice on the stovetop that I know sticking it in the oven can sound a little odd, but I swear by this method. It takes a little more time, but you can make a larger batch, and the even, steady heat of the oven works magic on stubborn grains of brown rice. Here’s what to do.

Make it at the start of the week and dig into it for days.

Here's how to do it.

Wheat berries are a versatile whole grain, full of vitamins and fiber, with a sweet, nutty taste and a delightful chewy texture. They can take a fair amount of time to cook (up to 50 minutes or more), so making a big batch in the beginning of the week and storing it in the refrigerator is both a smart idea and a great beginning to many quick, healthy meals throughout the weekRead on for more about wheat berries and an easy method for turning them into a delicious and healthy refrigerator staple.

You're going to really love this technique!

This loaf is packed with mushrooms, nuts, oats, and beans.

These also make for great leftovers.

Barley is one of those wonderful grains that doesn’t get the attention it deserves. With a chewy texture and nutty flavor, barley is a delicious whole grain that can be used in a number of ways, way beyond the classic beef and barley soup. It is also a very nutritious and healthy food, with lots of fiber and a number of trace minerals like selenium, manganese and phosphorus. The most important thing to know about barley is that it comes in two basic forms: hulled and pearl.

Polenta makes a luscious bed for anything from quickly sautéed mushrooms to a hearty slow-cooked meat ragu. It also goes well with oven-roasted tomatoes and zucchini. However, somewhere in its past, polenta picked up a reputation for fussiness. I am here to tell you that it is anything but fussy. This weeknight-friendly recipe helps you whip up a pot of creamy polenta in about 30 minutes. I’ll also let you know exactly when to stir it to make sure the sides aren’t drying out.

Risotto is the original 30-minute meal.

It's inspired by the wildly popular Netflix series (and my favorite K-Drama) Extraordinary Attorney Woo.

The lime vinaigrette is key.

These make a great snack or appetizer — or, if you’re like me, an entire meal.

It's hearty, satisfying, and feeds four for less than $10!

You can use whatever you have on hand!

Level up this freezer staple by turning it into an entirely new dish.

"While the recipe read like it was geared towards newer cooks, I did find they skipped some vital explanations. I was, however, really impressed with the creaminess of the dish, considering nothing creamy or cheesy was added."

And you only need three ingredients!

This week in Gatherings from The Kitchn, we’re sharing the details of an Italian Polenta Supper featuring lots of toppings, like hearty braised beef, on a bed of creamy cornmeal polenta. For a lighter, vegan-friendly accompaniment to polenta, let me suggest this spring vegetable ragout. Like the braised beef, it’s rustic and uncomplicated yet completely dinner-party worthy.

When I think of my favorite comfort foods, the vast majority of them are, shall we say, a bit wanting in the nutrition department. Dolsot bibimbap is the exception. Like mac and cheese or potato pancakes, this popular Korean dish has plenty of carbs – but it’s also a well-balanced meal, with a rainbow of vegetables and protein crowning the bowl of hot, steaming rice.

We promised you three recipes from Heirloom Beans Borlotti beans are also known as cranberry beans. In some places you can find these fresh, still in their mottled magenta pods. They are beautiful, cheap, and worth buying! I could find these easily when I lived in Florida, and I cooked them frequently. Fresh beans cook much faster than dried, of course, which is another advantage.

There are so many ways to use it.

A month ago I was enjoying lovely French breakfast radishes in a winter-to-spring salad. As the new season further unfolds, I’m now slicing these little jewels into a salad inspired by the classic combination — radishes, butter, and salt. I’ve also added delicate microgreens, tart lemon, and fresh basil for bright spring flavor.

Earthy barley gets a refreshing makeover in this summer salad, with crunchy chunks of apples, crisp celery, and an herbal citrus-dressing. Don’t get hung up on the ingredients — swap in soft dried Turkish apricots for the figs and experiment with other fresh herbs, such as basil or marjoram. The grain can also be exchanged; try an ancient wheat variety, such as farro (emmer), spelt, or Kamut.

Mix and match with whichever type of rice or grain you love!

Nourishing, energizing, and endlessly versatile.

A vibrant side dish to pair with just about anything.

A hearty vegetarian dinner that gets an extra boost of savoriness from sun-dried tomato broth.

"Each one I fried cooked into a different shape, much like real flowers. They were so beautiful that I considered not eating them, but I’m glad I did."

And it'll go with whatever you're making for dinner.

It'll be love at first bite.

This version of Bangladeshi biron baath is one of my family's favorite Ramadan foods.

This is peak Instagram content.

This Palestinian dish made up of tender lamb, creamy garbanzo beans, aromatics, and a rich stock will be the star of your azoumeh (celebratory feast).

This dish is a showstopper.

Spring veggies are back!

Turn store-bought tortillas into crispy chips for dipping.