Varieties
Pearl rice is available in white and brown (unprocessed) forms. White rice sets off food flavors more distinctly, while brown rice has a higher fiber content and takes longer to cook.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Stir the rice during its cooking time, which takes about 20 minutes. Use it as a base for sushi, or in rice puddings.
Nutritional Highlights
Pearl rice, 1 cup (200g) (cooked)
Calories: 242
Protein: 4.4g
Carbohydrate: 53g
Total Fat: 0.35g
Fiber: 0.0g
*Excellent source of: Thiamine (0.30)
*Good source of: Iron (2.7mg), Selenium (13mcg), and Niacin (2.8mg)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.
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2006-09-07
