A little salt is added to improve the gluten of the rice and stimulate the fragrance of the rice. The rice produced in this way will taste chewy, non-sticky, and fragrant. The main ingredient in white rice is starch. When acidic substances meet starch, they can make the rice fluffier, which makes the rice softer to eat.
Another advantage is that when it is too hot, vinegar can also prevent rice from going rancid, increasing the growth of the rice. However, when steaming rice, do not add too much vinegar. Just put 2-3 drops of white vinegar per kilogram of rice.
Let’s follow these tips to enjoy the best rice to accompany our homemade dishes!