Can I substitute short grain for long grain white rice in casserole recipes?

Answer 1

Yes, but be aware that short grain rice cooks faster and needs a lot less water than long grain rice.

Answer 2

Short Grain White Rice

Answer 3

Yes, but be careful. Some long grain rices take much longer to cook, and needs more water - you could end up with a soggy or sticky casserole if you're not careful! Always compare the cooking time of the rice you are using with the stuff your recipe suggests - sometimes it is best to partially cook the casserole first, then add the rice near the end.

Answer 4

what's the difference between long-grain and short-grain rice?
Rice can be divided into two basic types: short-grain and long-grain. Examples of short-grain rice include Japanese sushi rice and Arborio, while common long-grain types include Carolina rice, as well as the more exotic Basmati and Jasmine varieties. Short-grain rice has a plump shape. The outer layer of short-grain rice (also sometimes referred to as medium-grain rice) absorbs water very easily and as a result, the cooked product ends up soft and a little sticky. Slight stickiness isn't a bad quality – it makes it a heck of a lot easier to eat with chopsticks, for instance – and in fact, the characteristic can even be taken advantage of by cooking gently over a long period of time and with continuous stirring (to slowly release the starches and yield a creamy texture), as in risotto. Long-grain rice is more slender in shape, and tends to cook up firmer, with each of the grains well-separated. (The exception is jasmine rice, which is actually fairly sticky compared to other long-grain varieties).

Answer 5

Certainly! The short grain will or may be just a little stickier than the long grain, but I doubt if anyone will know the difference. Plus they might appreciate that it doesn't land on their shirt/blouse while eating!

Answer 6

Long grain rice won't absorb as much liquid as short would. Therefore, your recipe would be runny-ier than you would desire.

Answer 7

Sure you can!

Even better substitute with wild rice mmmmmm

Answer 8

Yeah, but it doesn't taste as good. When it comes to rice, I wouldn't cut corners.

Answer 9

Never!! The results could be explosive!! Honestly, I don't know, but I would think so.

Answer 10

yes. you can also use brown rice, it you precook it a little since it takes longer to cook.