Make Perfect Rice Every Time With Sohla | Cooking 101

If you’ve ever burned rice (without meaning to), this one’s for you. Cooking 101 is a new series where Sohla El-Waylly, author of "Start Here," walks you through techniques and tips for becoming a better, more informed cook. This episode is — you guessed it — all about rice. Long-grain, medium-grain, short-grain, parboiled, enriched, white, brown, pearled … so much rice, so little time. Watch to learn what it all means, including a demo of Sohla’s recipe for buttered pilaf.

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[bethany]

i have never successfully cooked rice in my life. every time its just slightly wrong. today i watched this video, went into the kitchen, and cooked rice correctly for the first time ever. i'm so so happy right now its insane. now i just need to learn portion control because the amount of rice i just made could feed a small army

[maxfan]

Petition for a video on what Sohla always keeps in the fridge/freezer/pantry. The frozen veg tip is so real and I'd love more of that!!!

[constrainedvision]

This is the best and most comprehensive tutorial on rice that I've ever seen or read. Awesome job.

[reed]

can't wait to tell people i got a degree from the sohla el-waylly cooking academy

[kdot]

Sohla is so down-to-earth, yet immaculate in her knowledge and her way of imparting it. This is an heirloom-worthy video that could be passed down for generations. By the way, one of my favorite ways to rescue rice: Rice pudding 😃

[VarongTangkitphithakphon]

I have to admit that Sohla is really something. I was born in a rice country and did not expect anything from this episode but there are something that I really don't know about! She's the gem.

[natalialopes]

I thoroughly enjoyed this episode. I am 70 years old and raised a family and consider myself a good cook, but this is very educational and enjoyable. Every nationality and culture has so many rice dishes I would love to see more. I especially would love to see you rice pudding‘s, or sweet rice is from different countries. I know my country, which is Portugal has a sweet rice and I have had Indian sweet rice and it’s totally different than mine.

[trexapex]

I was thinking to myself a couple weeks ago when I ruined yet another batch of rice "I wonder if Sohla has done a video on how to make rice" because then maybe I can understand what the frick I'm doing wrong. THANK YOU! So excited to not have mushy and yet still undercooked rice for the rest of my life.

[caleb]

similar to the rice porridge with frozen peas, in my region of italy we make something called "risi e bisi" which is essentially a simpler, cheaper risotto with peas. it's very comforting and flavorful, it always reminds me of my childhood.

[richardheidelberg]

This video series is fantastic. Sohla is so in depth. Will watch over and over.

[banglarrannaghor]

As someone quite experienced with rice dishes, I must say, this video is exceptionally informative and wonderfully presented. You've covered all the essential tips beautifully. Thanks for sharing such valuable insights that everyone can appreciate. Great work! 👍

[johnsperka]

Well I was loving this and then you said “spam fried rice” heaven! Quickly followed by “hotdog rice” a southern’s guilty pleasure! - only thing that could top this is Vienna sausage! Love all things Sohla

[ofunke]

It’s impossible to watch Sohla and not smile along with her.

[ElizaSandra]

Here I am, sitting enthralled watching Sohla make rice. Love how the video started with the history and science about the grain. So many good tips and information in this video. Thank you Sohla and NYT!!!

[audiomxr]

Sohla always brings such an approachability to cooking, and this educated me, someone who has been making rice for more than 30 years!

[JavierHernandez-spmx]

Sohla, your caring way of explaining, not only your recipes, but every possible pitfall you may encounter while attempting it, makes it an absolute JOY to learn from you. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your love for cooking. God bless you.

[jenniblackburn]

Her videos are wonderful. I’m a very experienced cook and I learn something from her every time that I didn’t know and she’s just so fun and charming to listen to. ❤️

[itslinziwalker]

I could already make pretty decent rice using the absorption method... but I followed Sohla's instructions and the rice was incredible!

[suzannelang]

How can you not love this amazing chef & series? I'm going to watch the series with my teen, so they can learn how to make basic, nutritious, & economical food. Sohla is definitely a better, & far calmer teacher than I, so we both get the benefit of earning something new without any stress. Keep them coming guys! 😍🥣🥄

[deejaydubla]

This is absolutely the best video I've ever seen on cooking rice properly.