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Steamed white rice
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 151 kcal —
- Protein 3.2 g 6%
- Carbohydrate 33 g 12%
- Fat 0.3 g 0%
- Fibre 0.9 g 3%
- Sodium 5 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.02 mg 1%
- Niacin (B3) 0.57 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.02 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 5 µg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 5 mg 0%
- Iron 0.39 mg 2%
- Magnesium 5 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 33 mg 3%
- Potassium 20 mg 0%
- Zinc 0.68 mg 6%
- Copper 0.05 mg 5%
- Manganese 0.45 mg 19%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 151 | 3.2 g | 33 g | 0.3 g |
| 1 × cup, loosely packed | 132 g | 199 | 4.2 g | 44 g | 0.4 g |
| 2 × cup, loosely packed | 264 g | 399 | 8.4 g | 87 g | 0.7 g |
| ½ × cup, loosely packed | 66 g | 100 | 2.1 g | 22 g | 0.2 g |
| 3 × cup, loosely packed | 396 g | 598 | 13 g | 131 g | 1.1 g |
| 4 × cup, loosely packed | 528 g | 797 | 17 g | 174 g | 1.4 g |
Similar foods
- Chinese restaurant steamed white rice151 kcal / 100 g
- White riceraw350 kcal / 100 g
- Riceboiled133 kcal / 100 g
- Polished riceboiled in distilled water, no salt, drained100 kcal / 100 g
- Glutinous white ricecooked97 kcal / 100 g
- Long-grain white riceregular, cooked, unenriched, with salt130 kcal / 100 g
- Chinese Asian riceboiled without salt, from restaurant144 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Steamed white rice
How do you cook fluffy steamed white rice?
For long-grain rice, rinse until the water runs mostly clear, then simmer one part rice with about one and a half parts water, covered, for 10–12 minutes. Take it off the heat and leave it covered for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Do you need to rinse white rice before cooking it?
Rinsing removes loose surface starch, which helps keep the grains separate rather than sticky. Swirl the rice in cold water and drain it a few times, until the water is less cloudy.
How should you store leftover steamed white rice?
Cool it quickly, ideally within an hour, then put it in a covered container in the fridge and use it within a day. Reheat it only once, until steaming hot throughout.
Can you freeze steamed white rice?
Yes. Freeze it in small portions as soon as it has cooled, in airtight containers or freezer bags. Reheat from frozen until steaming hot throughout, adding a splash of water if the grains seem dry.
What goes well with steamed white rice?
It is a handy base for curries, stir-fries and chilli, and it goes particularly well with saucy dishes such as Japanese curry or Chinese braised tofu. For fried rice, chilled leftover rice gives you drier, more separate grains.
Can you use steamed white rice instead of couscous?
You can serve it in place of couscous alongside a stew or vegetables, but the texture is different: rice is tender and distinct, while couscous is lighter and more granular. Choose a similar amount by weight and season the rice well.
How much steamed white rice is a typical serving?
A typical serving is about 132 g, or 199 kcal. Pairing it with vegetables and a protein-rich food makes a more complete meal.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169712 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
