What to do with overcooked brown rice?

Overcooked brown rice can still be salvaged and used in a variety of ways! Here are some ideas:

For a Savory Dish:

* Fried Rice: Stir-fry the rice with vegetables, eggs, soy sauce, and your favorite protein. The slightly mushy texture actually works well in fried rice.

* Rice Balls (Onigiri): Combine the rice with seaweed, pickled plum, tuna, or other fillings, then shape into balls.

* Rice Pudding: Use the rice as a base for a comforting and creamy rice pudding.

* Rice Soup: Add the rice to a broth with vegetables and herbs for a hearty and flavorful soup.

* Stuffing or Dressing: If it's not overly mushy, incorporate it into a stuffing or dressing for poultry, fish, or vegetables.

For a Sweet Treat:

* Rice Flour Pancakes: Blend the rice into a fine powder and use it to make pancakes.

* Rice Krispie Treats: Crush the rice and add it to your favorite rice krispie treat recipe.

Other Ideas:

* Feed the Birds: Overcooked rice is a good source of carbohydrates for birds.

* Compost: Add the rice to your compost bin.

Important Note:

* Avoid using overly mushy rice: If the rice is extremely mushy, it might be better to discard it.

* Taste before using: Before using the overcooked rice in a recipe, taste it to make sure it's still palatable.

Let me know if you'd like more specific recipes or have any other questions about overcooked brown rice!