Rice, brown, easy cook, boiled in unsalted water

Brown easy-cook rice is a cereal grain that retains its bran layer and has been processed to make cooking more straightforward. The rice described here is boiled in unsalted water. It mainly provides starchy carbohydrate, with 35g of carbohydrate, 3.2g of protein and 1.5g of fibre per 100g. Its energy content is 669 kJ per 100g.

Carbohydrate is a source of energy for the body, while fibre helps support normal bowel function. This rice also provides magnesium and phosphorus, which contribute to maintaining bones. Cooking without salt avoids adding salt during preparation, although sauces and other accompaniments can change the meal’s salt and energy content. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.