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Rice
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 174 kcal —
- Protein 3.8 g 8%
- Carbohydrate 31 g 11%
- Fat 3.2 g 4%
- Saturated fat 0.5 g 2%
- Fibre 1.1 g 4%
- Sugars 0.6 g —
- Sodium 361 mg 16%
- Cholesterol 18 mg 6%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 22 µg 2%
- Vitamin C 3.8 mg 4%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.13 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 2.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.03 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.64 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.03 mg 2%
- Folate (B9) 6 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 5.5 mg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 11 mg 1%
- Iron 0.46 mg 3%
- Magnesium 10 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 44 mg 4%
- Potassium 69 mg 1%
- Zinc 0.69 mg 6%
- Copper 0.09 mg 10%
- Selenium 8.3 µg 15%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 174 | 3.8 g | 31 g | 3.2 g |
| 1 × 1 cup | 198 g | 345 | 7.6 g | 62 g | 6.3 g |
| 2 × 1 cup | 396 g | 689 | 15 g | 124 g | 13 g |
| ½ × 1 cup | 99 g | 172 | 3.8 g | 31 g | 3.2 g |
| 3 × 1 cup | 594 g | 1034 | 23 g | 187 g | 19 g |
| 4 × 1 cup | 792 g | 1378 | 30 g | 249 g | 25 g |
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Questions about Rice
Why is day-old rice better for fried rice?
Chilled rice is drier, so the grains fry separately instead of turning soft and clumpy. Spread freshly cooked rice on a shallow tray to cool quickly, refrigerate it, then break up any lumps before frying.
Can you make fried rice with freshly cooked rice?
Yes, but spread it out on a tray first and let the steam escape until the grains feel dry on the surface. Rice that is still hot and moist is more likely to clump in the pan.
How do you stop rice sticking when you fry it?
Use a hot, wide pan, add the rice in a layer rather than crowding the pan, and stir-fry in batches if needed. Break up clumps before the rice goes in, and add sauces around the edge of the pan so they sizzle rather than soak the grains.
Is chow mein made with rice or noodles?
Chow mein is made with wheat noodles, not rice; lo mein uses wheat noodles too, usually tossed with sauce rather than fried until crisp. Rice can be served alongside, but it is not the noodle in either dish.
What can you serve with fried rice?
Fried rice works as a meal with egg, tofu, prawns or leftover cooked meat, plus quick-cooking vegetables such as peas, spring onions and carrots. It also makes a useful side for stir-fried aubergine or chicken.
How long can cooked rice stay in the fridge?
Cool it promptly, ideally within an hour, and refrigerate it in a covered container; use it within a day. Divide a large batch into shallow portions so it cools quickly, rather than leaving a warm pot on the worktop.
Can you reheat rice more than once?
Reheat rice only once, until it is piping hot all the way through, whether in a pan or microwave. Stir it partway through microwave heating so no cold patches remain.
What is the difference between fried rice and egg fried rice?
Egg fried rice is a type of fried rice in which beaten egg is cooked with the rice; other versions may use meat, prawns or vegetables instead. The name does not mean the rice itself contains egg before cooking.
Source: FNDDS (USDA) 58150310 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
