In many cultures, rice is as popular as bread in Russia. A lot has been said about the beneficial properties of rice . This cereal is rich in calcium, potassium, phosphorus, zinc and iron, as well as deficient iodine, amino acids and vitamin B. Also, rice can be consumed by people who are allergic to vegetable protein - gluten, which is absent in it.
With all this, the calorie content of this product is low, which makes it possible to use it both losing weight and those who want not to gain extra pounds.
The range of dishes that can be prepared on the basis of rice is very extensive: sushi, paella, risotto, soups, salads and, of course, porridge beloved from childhood. Dietary rice porridge on the water or hearty on milk is very easy to prepare. At the same time, it will bring a lot of benefits to the body, both a child and an adult.
Rice porridge in a slow cooker
A multifunctional pan - a multicooker - is becoming more and more popular, because this miracle of technology can significantly reduce the amount of time required to prepare a meal.
Rice porridge in a slow cooker turns out no worse than in a pan, and it will not be difficult to cook it. Almost all modern multicookers are equipped with the "Milk Porridge" function , due to which it is very easy to prepare this dish, and the timer allows you to do this even if the hostess is not at home at this time. In the absence of this mode, rice porridge in a slow cooker can be cooked using the "Stew" or "Soup" mode, depending on the model of the device. Cooking time in slow cookers is 40-50 minutes, in pressure cookers - about 30.
Rice must first be washed. In a slow cooker, pour 4-6 measured glasses of water and / or milk (depending on the required density of porridge) per 1 glass of rice and select the appropriate cooking mode.
Cooking on the stove
As in the case of a slow cooker, rice needs to be washed. There are two main cooking methods on the stove:
- rice is boiled in water until half cooked, and then it is drained, and porridge is boiled using milk;
- boil in milk (it is recommended to constantly stir the porridge in order to avoid the appearance of milk froth);
Proportions: as a standard, one glass of rice groats for 4 glasses of water and / or milk is used for cooking.
For those who prefer porridge with a less saturated consistency, the amount of milk or water can be increased to 6-7 glasses.
If necessary, milk is replaced with water.
Rice is added to boiling water or milk. Its preparation time depends on the variety used and is about 20 minutes.
Not so important, preparing rice porridge in a slow cooker or on a stove. It is not recommended to add butter to it during cooking, since heat treatment destroys the beneficial substances contained in it.
This should be done before serving.
Salt and sugar are added to taste. When cooking, you can refuse to use sugar, and you can sweeten the porridge with various additives from berries, fruits, candied fruits, nuts, honey or jam. So, rice porridge with apples will appeal to many. Before adding, you can wipe the apples in mashed potatoes, cut into slices, or bake. Children will like porridge with a mug painted with jam or any other pattern, and you can entrust it with a “painting” to your child.
It’s not difficult to make porridge, and the opportunity to experiment with different tastes will make it a frequent and favorite dish on the table.