Is It Safe to Eat Reheated Rice?

Some foods are more likely to cause food poisoning than others. But now let’s focus only on rice. A significant percentage of uncooked rice contains Bacillus cereus, a pathogen that commonly causes food poisoning and can lead to complications in individuals with certain pre-existing conditions.

If stored at room temperature for long periods of time, the bacillus can multiply in cooked rice, increasing one’s risk of infection. Contrary to a popular misconception, however, reheating leftover rice in itself does not raise one’s risk of infection with Bacillus cereus, as long as you cook, store and reheat your rice correctly. This guide explains how to handle rice and leftover rice safely.

How to Cook Rice Properly

You should always handle animal products and plant-based products separately while cooking, and wash your hands thoroughly before and between each stage of cooking. This is because animal products, such as meat and poultry, often contain pathogens that can spread to other foods aren’t typically exposed to temperatures as high as animal products are.

When it comes to cooking rice, high temperatures that kill germs are your best friend, so you should also keep an eye out on cooking temperatures and make sure to cook rice at a temperature above 60°C (140°F). Beware that lower cooking temperatures could do the opposite and urge bacterial growth, so we recommend making sure the temperature is high by using a kitchen thermometer.

Once cooked, serve the rice immediately and don’t let a bowl or rice sit at room temperature for more than an hour at any time.

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