Why does day-old rice get dry in the refrigerator? 4 easy fixes to keep it soft and fluffy
Published on: April 29, 2026, 7:38 p.m. | Source: Times of India
From Ayurveda to nutritionists, everyone talks about the benefits of leftover rice. But let us accept the fact that refrigerated rice is often dry and solid, and loses its subtle sweetness. Sounds familiar? Well, according to experts, it all happens because of science, specifically a process called starch retrogradation. Let us understand the science behind it and how you can make the clumpy grains soft and fluffy once again.
