Foods - Rice

 

(also referred to as...)

Brown, Brown Basmati, Golden Rose, Long, Medium, Short,
Sushi, Sweet, White, White Basmati, Wild

 
Description

The staple of many Asian diets, rice is easily digested, high in fibre, and, when combined with beans, makes an excellent source of protein.

 
Cooked Brown Rice

(Makes 3 ¹/₂ Cups)

Ingredients:

1 cup brown rice
2 ¹/₄ cups water or vegetable broth

1. Bring water to a boil in 1 ¹/₂ or 2 quart (2 to 3 litre) saucepan.
2. Add brown rice
3. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 45 minutes or until water is absorbed. When checking rice, lift lid quickly so as not to let the steam escape.
4. Stir lightly to fluff and salt to taste, if desired.
5. Let stand 2 minutes

 

 
Cooked Wild Rice

(Makes 3 Cups)

Ingredients:

1 cup wild rice
2 cups water

1. Bring water to a boil in 1 ¹/₂ or 2 quart (2 to 3 litre) saucepan.
2. Add wild rice
3. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 50 minutes or until water is absorbed. When checking rice, lift lid quickly so as not to let the steam escape.
4. Stir lightly to fluff and salt to taste, if desired.
5. Let stand 5 minutes

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