Jasmine rice

Jasmine rice is a fragrant rice that grows only in Thailand. Rice is white, oblong in shape and has a wonderful aroma of jasmine, which is why it got its name.
Jasmine rice is not grown anywhere except Thailand, as it simply loses all its properties.

The benefit of this product is due to the fact that it contains a lot of fiber, vitamins and nutrients. Caloric content of rice is 340 calories per 100 grams. Protein - 7.5 g, fat - 0.2 grams, carbohydrates - 76 grams.

Benefits and harms of Jasmine rice

• The product, like many types of rice, contains fiber, which has a positive effect on digestion. Rice is able to remove toxins and toxins from the body.
• Thai jasmine rice is very useful in cardiovascular disease.
• This product is recommended for various poisonings.
• Rice has a positive effect on the body in cancer.
• Regular consumption of rice helps with diseases of the endocrine system.
• Rice Jasmine is useful for people who follow a proper diet.

It is a pity that rice can bring

This variety of rice has a high glycemic index, so it is not recommended for people who are prone to diabetes.
Jasmine rice is also not recommended if you have a tendency to constipation.

The use of rice in cooking

Jasmine rice is very similar to basmati rice in appearance, but the difference is that basmati is crumbly and jasmine is sticky. But this does not spoil its taste and shape remains unchanged. In Thailand, this is a favorite rice, and chefs do not cook it on water - only steamed.
This type of rice can be prepared not only for meat, fish and vegetable dishes, but used for desserts.

How to cook jasmine rice as delicious as possible?

How to cook jasmine rice in a pan

Rice should be well washed under running water. Wash the rice to such an extent that the water becomes clear. Pour 2 cups of water into the pan, add salt and 1 cup of rice. Bring to a boil and keep the heat to a minimum. Let it cook for another 15 minutes. When the rice is cooked, leave it for 10 minutes under the lid to infuse.

How to cook Jasmine rice in a multicooker

As in the first version, wash the rice well, pour it into a deep bowl and pour warm water. Infuse for about 1 hour. Then wash the rice again and place in a multicooker. But not in a bowl, but in the holes for steaming. We pour water into a bowl, close the steamer and put it for 40 minutes. Then insist for another 10 minutes. Due to this method of cooking rice will be more crumbly.

How to cook jasmine rice in the oven

Wash the rice, spread it in a gastro container and fill with water 1: 2. For a glass of rice - 2 cups of water. All this is put in the oven for 40 minutes at a temperature of 160 degrees. When you see that the water has evaporated, then the rice is cooked. Add salt and spices if desired and all.