Saffron rice has a rich golden hue. Measure the rice, planning on about 1 cup dried rice for 6 people. Combine the rice and 2 cups cold water in a sauce pan.

Add chilled rice and press into a flat, even layer. Cook, undisturbed, until underside is very crisp (take a peek and give it a feel; it should be crackly), 7–8 minutes.

Fried rice can be served on its own or as part of a Chinese meal. I like to use a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok, which allows the ingredients to heat up quickly and evenly without overcooking.

Special note: This rice needs to be soaked for several hours or even overnight, so prepare in advance. Makes about 8 cups, enough to stuff a medium-size turkey, and then some.

Chinese fried rice is typically loaded with diced carrots, peas, corn, and protein like fluffy scrambled eggs and pork belly. Shrimp, chicken, Spam, and tofu are also popular, as is char siu ...

Combine ground pork with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice wine, sesame oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Set aside 20 minutes.Heat wok or large skillet over high heat until hot.

Chef Rachel Yang of Joule and Revel in Seattle prefers lightly chilled medium-grain rice for her fried rice for its lower starch content. “Medium-grain doesn't release too much starch while ...

Special note: This rice needs to be soaked for several hours or even overnight, so prepare in advance. Makes about 8 cups, enough to stuff a medium-size turkey, and then some.