It wouldn’t be the Katy Rice Harvest Festival without RICE.

If you have the best rice recipe in Katy, show off your skills in the Katy Rice Harvest Festival rice cooking contest on October 4, following the conclusion of the festival’s parade through downtown Katy.

Whether it’s savory, sweet, or a family tradition, judges for the City of Katy’s contest want to taste your recipe. Prizes and bragging rights are up for grabs. To register, go to https://www.katyriceharvestfestival.com/contests. There is no fee to enter.

This event is open to amateur cooks of all ages who love to experiment with rice as their main ingredient.

Entry guidelines:

· Open to all amateur chefs (no professional chefs, restaurant operators, or dietitians)

· Two age categories: Adult (18+) and student (high school or younger)

· One dish per contestant

· Dishes must be prepared at home and brought in a disposable aluminum pan, at serving temperature

· Each pan must be labeled with the dish’s title

· Submit your recipe with the entry form, including ingredients, preparation, and cooking instructions


Recipe requirements:

· The primary ingredient must be rice

· Dishes should serve approximately 20 people

· Dishes must be covered, labeled, and brought in a disposable aluminum pan

· Bowls and utensils will be provided

· Include serving suggestions with your dish


Entry submission:

· Event date: Saturday, October 4

· Dish drop-off time: by 10 a.m.

· Location: VFW Hall: 6206 George Bush Dr., Katy


Judging criteria:

· Judging time: 11 a.m.

· Entries will be judged based on taste, texture, creativity, and overall impression

· Awards: first, second, and third place winners for each age category, plus a People’s Choice Award (based on guest votes)