Can You Cook Risotto Rice Like Normal Rice?
No, risotto rice cannot be cooked like normal rice because it is a medium-grain, starchy rice that requires a different cooking technique to achieve its creamy and slightly sticky texture. It needs to be cooked slowly in a broth, with frequent stirring, to release its starch and create a creamy consistency. Normal rice, on the other hand, is long-grain and doesn’t contain as much starch, so it is cooked without stirring and with less liquid to achieve a fluffy, separate grain texture.