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Dirty rice
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 112 kcal —
- Protein 5.1 g 10%
- Carbohydrate 17 g 6%
- Fat 2.3 g 3%
- Saturated fat 0.4 g 2%
- Fibre 0.6 g 2%
- Sugars 0.9 g —
- Sodium 316 mg 14%
- Cholesterol 53 mg 18%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 208 µg 23%
- Vitamin C 5.4 mg 6%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.39 mg 3%
- Vitamin K 2.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.12 mg 10%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.17 mg 13%
- Niacin (B3) 1.7 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.11 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 62 µg 16%
- Vitamin B12 1.1 µg 45%
- Choline 17.5 mg 3%
Minerals
- Calcium 15 mg 1%
- Iron 1.8 mg 10%
- Magnesium 9 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 63 mg 5%
- Potassium 85 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.78 mg 7%
- Copper 0.1 mg 11%
- Selenium 10.3 µg 19%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 112 | 5.1 g | 17 g | 2.3 g |
| 1 × 1 cup | 198 g | 222 | 10 g | 33 g | 4.5 g |
| 2 × 1 cup | 396 g | 444 | 20 g | 66 g | 8.9 g |
| ½ × 1 cup | 99 g | 111 | 5.1 g | 17 g | 2.2 g |
| 3 × 1 cup | 594 g | 665 | 30 g | 99 g | 13 g |
| 4 × 1 cup | 792 g | 887 | 41 g | 132 g | 18 g |
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Questions about Dirty rice
Why is it called dirty rice?
The rice turns brownish from the browned meat, chicken livers and seasonings stirred through it; it is not dirty or unwashed rice. It is a Louisiana dish, often associated with Cajun cooking.
What meat goes into dirty rice?
Many traditional versions use minced pork or beef with chicken livers, which give the rice its savoury depth and darker colour. If you prefer a milder flavour, leave out the livers and use extra minced meat.
How do you keep dirty rice from turning mushy?
Cook the rice until just tender, then fold it into the browned meat mixture so it absorbs the seasoning without breaking up. If cooking everything in one pot, add the rice only when the liquid is measured correctly and simmer gently with the lid on.
What should you serve with dirty rice?
It is filling enough to serve on its own, or alongside greens, stewed beans or a crisp salad. It also works as a savoury side for roast chicken or grilled fish.
How long does dirty rice keep in the fridge?
Cool it promptly, transfer it to a covered container and refrigerate within two hours. Eat it within three to four days, reheating only the portion you need until steaming hot throughout.
Can you freeze dirty rice?
Yes. Freeze it in meal-sized portions once cooled, and use it within about three months for the best texture. Defrost it in the fridge before reheating until steaming hot throughout.
How is dirty rice different from rice dressing?
They are closely related seasoned rice dishes, and the names can overlap. Dirty rice commonly gets its characteristic colour and flavour from chicken livers and minced meat; rice dressing is often made with minced meat but may not include liver.
Source: FNDDS (USDA) 58163130 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
