It is known that in China rice was used for food already under the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC). From it they boiled wine, which was sacrificed to the gods. Europe tasted rice in the 8th century. n. e., Well, he became known in Russia in the 15th century. n. e. Of rice make flour, it is the raw material for beer, rice oil, starch, paper. In the East, vodka "sake" and "arak", made from rice, are famous. All that remains after ripping rice, goes to feed cattle.
Few people know that the same kind of rice, but has been treated differently, it differs in taste, smell and nutritional properties. With minimal processing, when all nutrients are maximally preserved, brown rice is produced. The most common treatment is when white polished rice is obtained. A parboiled rice is steamed, in order to retain microelements and vitamins in the grain itself, and not in the peeling shell.
Red rice is widely distributed in Thailand, it is also cultivated in the south of France. Round red non-discrete grains should be cooked for 45 minutes. You can cook for 25 minutes, but before dipping rice for the night in the water. Long-grain rice - this species is widely distributed. From it cook pilaf, side dishes and desserts. Basmati is the best variety, it is prepared for 20 minutes. Kruglozerny rice - in the first place, it is used for cooking porridges, and also all the known "sushi" are prepared from it. Wild rice - contains a lot of nutrients, fiber, well reduces the level of cholesterol in the blood. Grains of wild rice are rough and have a specific taste. Due to the small volumes of production of this rice, its price is somewhat high. Unrefined rice is widely used in dietary nutrition. Brown rice is much more useful than white. True, because of the remaining oil grains on the grains, the shelf life is reduced. White rice significantly loses brown and steamed by vitamins and minerals. However, it is he who is eaten most of all in the world. Just 10-15 minutes and delicious white rice is ready!
To improve the quality of rice, there is a special technology for steaming. The uncooked rice is put in water, and then it is processed. Next, the grains are dried and, like ordinary rice, grinded. The grains of such rice are amber-yellow and translucent. A distinctive characteristic of such rice is friability. He does not lose his qualities even when re-heating.
Rice is an excellent source of energy, an excellent product, providing a burst of strength and vigor, contributing to the normal functioning of the brain. Rice does not contain harmful fats, cholesterol and sodium, so it is an integral part of any balanced diet.
The healing properties of Chinese rice are obvious: contains niacin, calcium, vitamin D, iron, thiamine, riboflavin, fiber. Rich in intractable starch, which reaches the intestine and participates in the formation of useful microflora. For people suffering from hypertension and a periodic increase in blood pressure, it is necessary to include rice in the diet as often as possible.
Scientists have conducted research and found that insoluble rice fibers help people prevent the development of cancer. The Chinese, big lovers of rice, with its help treat dysentery and stomach diseases. Ointments cooked on the basis of rice, remove various kinds of skin inflammation and itching. It is established that rice can largely prevent a terrible Alzheimer's disease. Also, rice can help in the fight against constipation, its insoluble fiber improves intestinal peristalsis. For people with diabetes, eating brown rice instead of white is recommended, which has a lower glycemic index. If you include 1 cup of brown rice in your daily diet, then you will 100% ensure yourself a very important trace element - manganese, which takes part in energy exchange. It is worth noting that rice has a beneficial effect on the activity of the nervous system and the production of sex hormones.
Rice is an excellent remedy for general body cleansing and weight loss. There are many rice diets. One such example is a three-day unloading rice diet. A glass of unpeeled rice is boiled without salt and spices, divided into small portions and throughout the day eating this rice, washed down with green tea or water. Such a diet will allow you to remove toxins, improve metabolism, normalize weight, remove swelling, improve skin condition. In just 3 days, takes 2 kg of excess weight, the stomach is removed, there is lightness in the whole body and a good mood. These are the medicinal properties of Chinese rice.
Choose rice for your taste and color. Enjoy your meal!