Top (or fill) rice with seafood
In many cuisines, rice is a staple dish, but in others, it frequently takes center stage. Sometimes, whether in Spain or Japan, the perceived quality of seafood is influenced by the causative rice. Even though you may not be preparing a Michelin-starred meal that calls for your leftover rice to shine, there are many dishes around the globe that can be improved by pairing with day-old grains and fresh fish.
According to Encyclopedia Brittanica, saffron is required to make this Spanish dish traditional. You can quickly transform your leftover rice into a fully European lunch by adding that yellow spice to it and topping it with any seafood you like. Put your eyes closed and visualize Valencia. Mussels, shrimp, and meaty white fish make excellent food combos. Why not attempt making sushi at home if you've created rice with certain sticky characteristics? The correct piece of fish or tuna will pair perfectly with the neutral flavors of this grain. Give your old rice a new twist with a straightforward ocean combination rather than throwing it out to sea.