Parboiled rice is rice that has been partially boiled in the husk. The three basic steps of parboiling are soaking, steaming and drying. These steps also make rice easier to process by hand, boost its nutritional profile and change its texture Nutrition Values: Serving size ; 100g (0.25 Cup) Amount Per Serving Calories (kcal) : 353 Calories from fat (kcal) : 0 % Daily value (*) Total Fat : 0g 0% Saturated Fat : 0g 0% Cholesterol ; 0mg 0% Sodium - - Total Carbohydrate : 80.5g 27% Protein ; 7.0g - Vitamin B1 0.36mg Vitamin B3 0.80mg Dietary Fiber : 0.7g 3% Calcium : 1% Iron 2% Cooking Instructions Prepare: 1 cup of Parboiled Rice 1.5 to 2 cup of water 1 tbsp. of salt/oil/butter (optional) Stove Top: Rinse rice 1 or 2 times till water is clear to remove extra starch. Bring 375ml to 400ml (1.5 cup to 2 cup) of water to a vigorous boil in a saucepan that has a tight fitting lid. Add 250ml (1 cup) of rice & stir. Salt or butter/oil to taste (Optional Flavors). Cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes without removing lid, until all water is absorbed. Remove from heat and steam for 10 minutes. Fluff lightly and serve. Microwave: Rinse rice 1 or 2 times till water is clear to remove extra starch. Place 375ml to 400ml (1.5 cup to 2 cup) of water in a large heatproof microwave-safe casserole dish. Bring to boil. Add 250ml (1 cup) of rice & stir. Salt or butter/oil to taste (Optional Flavors). Cover and cook 25 minutes at medium - high stirring once mid-way through cooking. Turn off heat and steam for 5 - 10 minutes. Fluff lightly and serve Note: Microwave ovens vary, actual cooking time may vary from those suggested above
