healthy rice Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Mon, 13 Dec 2021 10:28:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Healthiest Types of Rice https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-healthiest-types-of-rice/ Mon, 13 Dec 2021 07:23:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8027 Rice is one of the most popular grains people eat, because it’s a great source of complex carbs that will allow you to stay full longer. It’s affordable and easy to make, but not all types of rice are the same. Here are three that are best for you. Black Rice Black rice is the […]

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]]> Rice is one of the most popular grains people eat, because it’s a great source of complex carbs that will allow you to stay full longer. It’s affordable and easy to make, but not all types of rice are the same. Here are three that are best for you.

Black Rice

Black rice is the best choice when it comes to nutritional content. It can be a bit difficult to find, but it’s high in fiber, promotes healthy digestion, lowers cholesterol, and helps fight chronic disease. A portion of black rice is a great source of protein too.

Wild Rice

Native to North America, wild rice is also rich in fiber and helps with digestion and cholesterol problems. It’s full of antioxidants and vitamin C, among other beneficial nutrients.

Brown Rice

If all you can get is brown rice, that’s fine. You’ll still get plenty of B-vitamins, zinc, and magnesium, as well as fiber.

What About White Rice?

White rice is popular and tasty, but it’s actually stripped of most of the nutrients. It’s highly processed, has a high glycemic index, and doesn’t contain as much fiber. If you pick white rice, go with the brands that add folic acid, calcium, and iron to it.

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]]> The Best Way To Store Rice https://thedancingcucumber.com/the-best-way-to-store-rice/ Wed, 04 Nov 2020 08:33:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6416 Dry food is a significant portion of our daily diet. Most often, these products require less attention than vegetables, dairy products, and meats—as they are more durable and do not require refrigeration.  However, even dry foods can spoil and pose a health risk. Temperature is perhaps the most influential factor in food quality. Low temperature […]

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]]> Dry food is a significant portion of our daily diet. Most often, these products require less attention than vegetables, dairy products, and meats—as they are more durable and do not require refrigeration. 

However, even dry foods can spoil and pose a health risk.

Temperature is perhaps the most influential factor in food quality. Low temperature does not allow for many life forms, so the colder the storage space, the longer the rice will be kept fresh. 

In addition, food with high liquid content like vegetables spoils faster. The recommendation is to keep the rice in the driest place possible.

Air is also an essential element for the development of pests. The oxygen in the air also causes oxidative processes that are harmful to food. The only ways to avoid oxygen are sealed containers or bags. 

Sunlight and light, in general, can contribute to the development of pests in our rice. Fortunately, this problem is very easily solved by storing it in a shady place.

Any dry food can be stored for 3 to 6 months without overexertion. However, with a little care, it is possible to extend its life while maintaining its freshness, even for several years. 

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]]> Black Rice: The Super Rice For You https://thedancingcucumber.com/black-rice-the-super-rice-for-you/ Tue, 01 Oct 2019 07:58:52 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=2690 Rice is typically used in Southeast Asian countries and it’s a mega staple at the table. It can be eaten as part of the main dish and sometimes it can be used in glutinous rice form as a desert. It’s the third most sought after agricultural commodity in the world and it has long-standing roots […]

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]]> Rice is typically used in Southeast Asian countries and it’s a mega staple at the table. It can be eaten as part of the main dish and sometimes it can be used in glutinous rice form as a desert. It’s the third most sought after agricultural commodity in the world and it has long-standing roots in the Asian region.

Rice is made up of carbs with little traces of protein and almost no fat. Its main service is to give your body the energy it needs. Black rice is considered one of the healthiest types of rice out there and here are some facts to explain why.

Forbidden Rice

Black rice is also called forbidden rice and for good reasons. Health experts suggest that black rice is rich in antioxidants similar to that of blueberries. They’re a rich color and they contain a high level of anti-oxidants and can even help prevent cardiovascular diseases too!

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Vegan Black rice pudding with coconut and mango! 🥭 🥥 ⠀⠀ Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, is a variety of rice that is black in colour and turns purple on cooking. It’s rich in antioxidants, iron and vitamin E and is found in many south Asian countries. ⠀⠀ This sticky rice pudding is famous in Indonesia (please correct me if I’m wrong) and is cooked in coconut milk! It’s not very sweet and is extremely pleasant to eat. ⠀⠀ Recipe: 1/4 cup black rice 3/4 cup coconut milk 1 1/4 cup water Small pinch of salt. 1-2 drops vanilla essence 1 1/2 tbsp@of sugar Mango to serve Toasted coconut shavings to serve ⠀⠀ 1. Add the rice, coconut milk, 1 cup water and salt in a non-stick pan and bring it to a boil. 2. Once boiled, Lower the heat and let it simmer for 40 minutes. 3. Now add the sugar, cardamom powder, vanilla and mix well. 4. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, while stirring once in between. If the liquid falls short, add 1/4 cup more of water. The cooking time depends on the rice, the older it is, the longer it’ll take to cook. Alternately, you can even soak the rice for 4-5 hours to decrease the cooking time. 5. Once the rice is done (it might take longer), remove from heat and let it cool. It should not be too dry as it will soak more liquid once cooled. 6. Enjoy warm or cold with a splash of coconut milk, cold mango and toasted coconut! ⠀⠀ * things to remember – this Indonesian pudding tastes best with mango. The cooking time depends on the quality of the grain. Since I have not soaked it, it’s important to cook this in a nonstick pan and keep it COVERED while cooking. Do not open it frequently. ENJOY!!! ❤❤ ⠀⠀ ——————————————— #vegetarian #mumbaifoodie #foodbossindia #ramenhairedgirl #foodofmumbai #foodtalkindia #foodiesofindia #vegetarianrecipes #easyrecipes #vegan #veganrecipes #coconutmilk #blackrice #blackricepudding #mangopudding #desserts #indonesianfood #sweetblackrice #mango #kingoffruits #breakfast #healthylifestyle #foodphotography #eathealthy #veganfood #coconut #vegano #organicfood #eatfamous #ipreview via @preview.app

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Detoxifies the Body

Naturally, the great thing about black rice is that it also has phytonutrients which help free the body from toxins and pollutants. It’s great for your liver and can help your body detoxify after eating junk food. Try black rice paired with some stir-fried vegetables – it’s gonna taste scrumptious for sure!

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> healthy rice Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Mon, 13 Dec 2021 10:28:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 3 Healthiest Types of Rice https://thedancingcucumber.com/3-healthiest-types-of-rice/ Mon, 13 Dec 2021 07:23:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=8027 Rice is one of the most popular grains people eat, because it’s a great source of complex carbs that will allow you to stay full longer. It’s affordable and easy to make, but not all types of rice are the same. Here are three that are best for you. Black Rice Black rice is the […]

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]]> Rice is one of the most popular grains people eat, because it’s a great source of complex carbs that will allow you to stay full longer. It’s affordable and easy to make, but not all types of rice are the same. Here are three that are best for you.

Black Rice

Black rice is the best choice when it comes to nutritional content. It can be a bit difficult to find, but it’s high in fiber, promotes healthy digestion, lowers cholesterol, and helps fight chronic disease. A portion of black rice is a great source of protein too.

Wild Rice

Native to North America, wild rice is also rich in fiber and helps with digestion and cholesterol problems. It’s full of antioxidants and vitamin C, among other beneficial nutrients.

Brown Rice

If all you can get is brown rice, that’s fine. You’ll still get plenty of B-vitamins, zinc, and magnesium, as well as fiber.

What About White Rice?

White rice is popular and tasty, but it’s actually stripped of most of the nutrients. It’s highly processed, has a high glycemic index, and doesn’t contain as much fiber. If you pick white rice, go with the brands that add folic acid, calcium, and iron to it.

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]]> The Best Way To Store Rice https://thedancingcucumber.com/the-best-way-to-store-rice/ Wed, 04 Nov 2020 08:33:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6416 Dry food is a significant portion of our daily diet. Most often, these products require less attention than vegetables, dairy products, and meats—as they are more durable and do not require refrigeration.  However, even dry foods can spoil and pose a health risk. Temperature is perhaps the most influential factor in food quality. Low temperature […]

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]]> Dry food is a significant portion of our daily diet. Most often, these products require less attention than vegetables, dairy products, and meats—as they are more durable and do not require refrigeration. 

However, even dry foods can spoil and pose a health risk.

Temperature is perhaps the most influential factor in food quality. Low temperature does not allow for many life forms, so the colder the storage space, the longer the rice will be kept fresh. 

In addition, food with high liquid content like vegetables spoils faster. The recommendation is to keep the rice in the driest place possible.

Air is also an essential element for the development of pests. The oxygen in the air also causes oxidative processes that are harmful to food. The only ways to avoid oxygen are sealed containers or bags. 

Sunlight and light, in general, can contribute to the development of pests in our rice. Fortunately, this problem is very easily solved by storing it in a shady place.

Any dry food can be stored for 3 to 6 months without overexertion. However, with a little care, it is possible to extend its life while maintaining its freshness, even for several years. 

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]]> Black Rice: The Super Rice For You https://thedancingcucumber.com/black-rice-the-super-rice-for-you/ Tue, 01 Oct 2019 07:58:52 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=2690 Rice is typically used in Southeast Asian countries and it’s a mega staple at the table. It can be eaten as part of the main dish and sometimes it can be used in glutinous rice form as a desert. It’s the third most sought after agricultural commodity in the world and it has long-standing roots […]

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]]> Rice is typically used in Southeast Asian countries and it’s a mega staple at the table. It can be eaten as part of the main dish and sometimes it can be used in glutinous rice form as a desert. It’s the third most sought after agricultural commodity in the world and it has long-standing roots in the Asian region.

Rice is made up of carbs with little traces of protein and almost no fat. Its main service is to give your body the energy it needs. Black rice is considered one of the healthiest types of rice out there and here are some facts to explain why.

Forbidden Rice

Black rice is also called forbidden rice and for good reasons. Health experts suggest that black rice is rich in antioxidants similar to that of blueberries. They’re a rich color and they contain a high level of anti-oxidants and can even help prevent cardiovascular diseases too!

View this post on Instagram

Vegan Black rice pudding with coconut and mango! 🥭 🥥 ⠀⠀ Black rice, also known as forbidden rice, is a variety of rice that is black in colour and turns purple on cooking. It’s rich in antioxidants, iron and vitamin E and is found in many south Asian countries. ⠀⠀ This sticky rice pudding is famous in Indonesia (please correct me if I’m wrong) and is cooked in coconut milk! It’s not very sweet and is extremely pleasant to eat. ⠀⠀ Recipe: 1/4 cup black rice 3/4 cup coconut milk 1 1/4 cup water Small pinch of salt. 1-2 drops vanilla essence 1 1/2 tbsp@of sugar Mango to serve Toasted coconut shavings to serve ⠀⠀ 1. Add the rice, coconut milk, 1 cup water and salt in a non-stick pan and bring it to a boil. 2. Once boiled, Lower the heat and let it simmer for 40 minutes. 3. Now add the sugar, cardamom powder, vanilla and mix well. 4. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, while stirring once in between. If the liquid falls short, add 1/4 cup more of water. The cooking time depends on the rice, the older it is, the longer it’ll take to cook. Alternately, you can even soak the rice for 4-5 hours to decrease the cooking time. 5. Once the rice is done (it might take longer), remove from heat and let it cool. It should not be too dry as it will soak more liquid once cooled. 6. Enjoy warm or cold with a splash of coconut milk, cold mango and toasted coconut! ⠀⠀ * things to remember – this Indonesian pudding tastes best with mango. The cooking time depends on the quality of the grain. Since I have not soaked it, it’s important to cook this in a nonstick pan and keep it COVERED while cooking. Do not open it frequently. ENJOY!!! ❤❤ ⠀⠀ ——————————————— #vegetarian #mumbaifoodie #foodbossindia #ramenhairedgirl #foodofmumbai #foodtalkindia #foodiesofindia #vegetarianrecipes #easyrecipes #vegan #veganrecipes #coconutmilk #blackrice #blackricepudding #mangopudding #desserts #indonesianfood #sweetblackrice #mango #kingoffruits #breakfast #healthylifestyle #foodphotography #eathealthy #veganfood #coconut #vegano #organicfood #eatfamous #ipreview via @preview.app

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Detoxifies the Body

Naturally, the great thing about black rice is that it also has phytonutrients which help free the body from toxins and pollutants. It’s great for your liver and can help your body detoxify after eating junk food. Try black rice paired with some stir-fried vegetables – it’s gonna taste scrumptious for sure!

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