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how to freeze rice
This is the perfect solution to getting dinner on the table fast! Learn how to freeze rice safely so you can enjoy it later!
Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
2 hrs
Servings: 4
Calories: 688 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 cups brown rice
- 8 cups cold water
- salt to taste, optional
Instructions
- Rinse brown rice well. Place rice, water and salt into large pot. Cover, bring to boil, reduce to simmer and cook until rice is completely soft. Stir with a fork to fluff.
- Cool for 30-45 minutes on the counter. Divide rice between freezer bags into 4 equal portions. Remove all the air, seal and freeze.
- To reheat, open bags, add in 1-2 tablespoons of water and microwave 3-5 minutes or until hot. Serve as you like.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
688kcal
(34%)
Carbohydrates
145g
(48%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
31mg
(1%)
Potassium
509mg
(15%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Calcium
77mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 688
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 688kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 145g | 48% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 509mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.