The grains of long-grain rice remain intact after cooking; medium-grain rice becomes more sticky. Medium-grain rice is used for sweet dishes, for risotto in Italy and arros in Spain.
Rice is cooked by boiling or steaming, and absorbs water during cooking.
Japanese are a healthy nation with a cuisine based around rice, soy products, and a variety of vegetables and fish. All Japanese recipes including cold soba noodles, teriyaki salmon, miso cod, chicken katsu curry and red bean fritters.