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Basmati rice

In season all year

Food Description:

Basmati rice is grown in India at the foothills of the Himalayas. It is a fragrant long-grain rice. When cooked the grains are dry and clean. Basmati is an easy rice to cook and less likely to become gluggy - even if you are the most inexperienced cook. Basmati rice is either white or brown rice. Brown basmati has more fibre and a nuttier flavour.

General Information:

Category: Grain
To Buy: Buy from supermarkets and health food stores.
To Store: Store in airtight containers in a cool cupboard for up to three months, or longer in the fridge. Store in the fridge in the summer - to protect against weevil infestation.
Tips and Tricks: Choose basmati rice in preference to white rice. (It has less starch and a lower GI). The recommended serving size is half a cup of cooked rice.

Nutrition (0.5 Cup):

Energy (kJ): 757
Moderate GI 55 - 70: Glycaemic Index refers to the rate at which carbohydrate rich foods are converted to glucose for energy by the body; A moderate GI will release glucose into the bloodstream at a moderate rate.
Fat (g): 0.3
Monosaturated Fat , g: 0.1
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Moderate
Carbohydrates, g: 41
Protein (g): 3.4
Saturated Fat, g : 0.1
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Negligible
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: One cup of dried basmati rice makes three cups cooked rice. (Plenty for 4 people)

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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