Many of us have found ourselves in a situation where we meant to make a small amount of rice and accidentally made enough to feed the masses. If this is the case, freezing your rice may be the best option. Frozen rice is great for a quick meal, and it's especially handy for eliminating the planning and prep of fried rice.
Freshly cooked rice is a good go-to for plenty of meals, but it can be a bit too sticky for a consistency. It's prone to sticking to the pan or wok and doesn't always give you the dry, separated grains you're looking for in fried rice. Leftover rice isn't sticky and delivers a much better texture.
Normally, fried rice is a meal that tastes best if the rice is cooked at least a day in advance. For those of us who may not always have our meals planned out, having a stash of frozen rice ready to thaw out is a lifesaver. To freeze your cooked rice for later use, evenly spread it out on a baking sheet to cool.
Once cooled, you can begin placing the rice into freezer bags. Flatten the bag and be sure to get as much air out as possible. A good practice is to place a specific amount in each bag and label it accordingly with the serving size and the date.
How to thaw your frozen rice There are a few ways to thaw frozen rice when you're ready to eat it. The first is the tried and true microwave method. Remove your now-frozen rice from the bag and place it in a ceramic dish, add a few teaspoons or so of water and a loose cover on the top, such as a plate or a lid that .
