How to Cook Rice for a Crowd Using Addme Ricemate

To cook rice for a crowd, plan about 100 g of uncooked rice per guest. That is about 5 kg for 50 people. Cook it in several medium pots instead of one giant pot, so the rice cooks evenly and does not burn. Add Addme Ricemate to each pot in the ratio on the pack, so every pot has the same vegetables and taste. Below are the quantities, pot sizes, and steps.

How Much Rice Do You Need per Person?

A good rule is about 100 g of uncooked rice per person. That is about half a cup. Cooked, it makes a full plate.

 

If you are serving two rice dishes, like jollof and fried rice, you can use about 60 to 70 g of each per guest. Add about 10 percent extra if your guests are big eaters or some may take food home.

How Much Ricemate Do You Need for a Crowd?

Check the pack to see how much rice one pack of Ricemate is made for. Then divide your total rice by that amount. That tells you how many packs you need. For parties, the Ricemate 10-pack is usually the easiest buy. For very big events, contact Addme about bulk orders.

What Size Pot Should You Use?

Big pots are hard to manage. The rice at the bottom burns before the top cooks. It is better to cook in several medium pots, each with about 2 to 3 kg of rice. They cook faster, more evenly, and are easier to lift.

How to Cook Rice for a Crowd: Step by Step

Step 1: Plan and shop

Count your guests and work out the rice using the table above. Buy rice, Ricemate, oil, and spices early. Buy tomatoes, peppers, and meat close to the day.

Step 2: Make the base the day before

For jollof, blend and fry the tomato and pepper base the night before. Cool it and keep it in the fridge. This saves hours on the day.

Step 3: Parboil and wash the rice

Wash the rice well to remove extra starch. Many party cooks also parboil the rice for a few minutes and rinse it. This helps the grains stay separate.

Step 4: Cook in batches

Split the base, rice, stock, and Ricemate evenly between your pots. Use the same amounts in each pot so every batch tastes the same.

Step 5: Cover and cook on low heat

Cover each pot tightly and cook on low heat. Do not stir too often. Check the bottom now and then so it does not burn.

Step 6: Taste each pot

Taste every batch before serving. Add salt or seasoning only if needed.

For the full jollof method, see how to cook jollof rice with vegetables using Ricemate.

How to Stop Party Rice from Getting Sticky

• Use long-grain parboiled rice.

• Wash the rice until the water runs clearer.

• Do not add too much water or stock.

• Do not stir often while it cooks.

• Cook in medium pots, not one giant pot.

More tips in the secret to non-sticky rice every single time.

How to Keep Party Rice Safe

Cooked rice can make people sick if it sits warm for too long. Bacteria can grow in rice left at room temperature.

• Keep it hot. Keep rice covered and hot until you serve it.

• Cool it fast. Spread leftovers out to cool, and put them in the fridge within about an hour.

• Reheat once. Heat leftover rice until it is steaming hot all the way through, and only reheat it once.

• Do not leave it out. Throw away rice that has sat at room temperature for many hours.

Party Cooking Timeline

 

For more party help, read how to cook for a house party without stressing yourself out. Planning for December? See our Black Friday guide to stocking up for Christmas parties.

What Rice Dishes Work Best for a Crowd?

• Jollof rice. The party favourite.

• Fried rice. Served next to jollof for the classic party plate.

• Coconut rice. A rich choice for special events.

Ricemate works in all three. See 7 ways to use Addme Ricemate beyond jollof.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much rice do I need for 50 guests?

About 5 kg of uncooked rice, at about 100 g per guest.

How much rice do I need for 100 guests?

About 10 kg of uncooked rice. If you serve two rice dishes, about 6 to 7 kg of each.

How many people does a 50 kg bag of rice feed?

About 500 people, at about 100 g of uncooked rice per person.

How do I cook a bag of rice for a party?

Split it into batches of about 2 to 3 kg and cook each in a medium pot. Use the same amounts of base, stock, and Ricemate in each pot.

Can I cook party rice the day before?

Make the tomato base and meat the day before. Cook the rice on the day for the best taste and food safety.

Does Ricemate work for big pots?

Yes. Use more packs in the same ratio shown on the pack.

The Bottom Line

Plan about 100 g of uncooked rice per guest, cook in medium batches, and keep the rice hot until serving. Addme Ricemate keeps every pot tasting the same and saves hours of chopping. Stock up with the Ricemate 10-pack, or look at the Celebration Box and Addme bundles for big events.