Why You Should Be Fluffing Your Fried Rice
Bon Appétit · Published on October 18, 2026
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The secret to perfect fried rice starts with day-old rice. Learn why using leftover jasmine rice, allowing the starches to firm up, and fluffing the rice to separate each grain creates the ideal texture for restaurant-quality fried rice. Want Bon Appétit shirts, hats and more? https://shop.bonappetit.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_brand=ba&utm_campaign=aud-dev&utm_medium=video&utm_content=merch-shop-promo Still haven’t subscribed to Bon Appétit on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/1TLeyPn Want more Bon Appétit in your life? Subscribe to the magazine! https://bit.ly/313UWRu ABOUT BON APPÉTIT Bon Appétit is a highly opinionated food brand that wants everyone to love cooking and eating as much as we do. We believe in seasonal produce, properly salted pasta water, and developing recipes that anyone can make at home.