Rice vinegar is stepping away from its for-Asian-dishes-only reputation.

Besides, isn’t rice vinegar just for Asian dishes?

Does it really need to be stocked with your everyday ingredients?

Different type of Chinese rice vinegar and information

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There are several uses for rice vinegar in the kitchen.

To get the most use out of a bottle of rice vinegar, choose an unseasoned variety.

(We like Marukan.)

Brined Pork Tenderloin

Daniel Agee

A seasoned one has added sugar and salt, so it’s trickier to cook with.

Read on for more that you should know about rice vinegar, plus some rice vinegar recipes to try.

(Hint: You don’t need to stock all three.)

Veggie Fried Rice With Frizzled Eggs Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

The first two, both vinegars, are essentially the same and entirely interchangeable.

We’ll just call it “rice vinegar” for simplicity’s sake.

Rice wine, on the other hand, isnotinterchangeable with rice vinegar.

Salmon Nigiri

Daniel Agee

It’s sure to delight your BBQ guests time and time again.

Salmon Nigiri

Don’t let the thought of making sushi at home intimidate you.

It’s easier than you think!

Citrus Scallops and Cauliflower Rice

Caitlin Bensel

It proves that rice vinegar can successfully step outside the realm of Asian cuisine.

Tofu Fried Rice

If you’re not a fan oftofu, this recipe may mean redemption.

Sauteing in canola oil gives the tofu pieces a crisp, brown coating.

Crispy Chicken and Rice With Charred Scallion Sauce Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

Soy-Glazed Salmon Sandwiches With Watercress

The stars of these tasty sandwiches are pan-seared salmon filets.

One-Pot Salmon With Snap Peas and Rice

Did we get your attention with “one-pot”?

If not, how about “healthy” and “ready in 25 minutes”?

Tofu Fried Rice

Max Kelly

Turkey and Scallion Dumplings

Here’s an unexpected way to serve leftover turkey!

Honey adds some sweetness, and garlic brings a hint of spice.

Serve this vibrant slaw aside your favorite proteinwe like it with ribs, steak, chicken, or tofu.

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Jen Causey

Don’t want a bun?

Serve with rice orAsian slawinstead!

Banh-Mi-Inspired Pork Burgers

Rice vinegar brings a distinctive kick to these unique burgers.

Watermelon Poke Bowl

Victor Protasio

The dish is completed with scallions, Fresno chiles, and a sprinkle of refreshing cilantro.

One-Pot Salmon With Snap Peas and Rice

John Kernick

Turkey and Scallion Dumplings

Brie Passano

Miso Eggplant Dip

Caitlin Bensel

Orange-Glazed Chicken and Coconut Rice Recipe

Caitlin Bensel

Joanna Gaines’s Mom’s Bulgogi

Amy Neunsinger

Asian-Inspired Cabbage Slaw

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Glazed-Salmon-Burgers

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-Banh-MiInspired-Pork-Burgers

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Peanutty-Soba-Noodle-Salad

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