Rice
Rice is definitely a food staple in most cultures. More than half of the world’s population consumes this cereal grain and… for good reasons. However, when it comes to its food poisoning risks, we can’t say it’s the best choice.
Uncooked rice can actually be contaminated with a bacterium called Bacillus cereus. This bacterium makes certain toxins that are responsible for food poisoning. And, sadly, Bacillus cereus can survive the cooking process. That’s why it is not recommended to leave your rice leftovers at room temperature, as this bacterium can thrive and easily multiply in moist and warm environments.
Basically, the longer rice is left at room temperature, the more likely you are to become ill with food poisoning. Therefore, if you want to minimize the risk, make sure you put your leftover rice in the refrigerator.
