Rice noodles: the benefits, harm, composition and preparation

Many people like to eat rice noodles.It is rich in various useful elements. Today we will talk about how to make such a product at home and its composition.

Rice noodles are considered famous Asian product. It is also called "glass." The product is almost transparent or white, such noodles are fragile, it is easy to break it by hand. In the process of heat treatment, the product acquires a pronounced white color.

Boil rice noodles do not need. You can simply pour boiling water over it or even put it in a pot of boiling water for just a couple of minutes. In stores, this product can be found in the form of already prepared split portions. Such noodles are neatly twisted into vermicelli hanks. They may be different in size.

Make this product from rice flour. Today, grocery stores can also see a similar noodles made from black rice. The thickness of rice threads can be very different, it varies from two millimeters to three centimeters. The length of each pasta reaches a maximum of 50 centimeters.

Such yarns from rice flour are considered to be a satisfying product that has an elastic consistency and poorly pronounced taste. They have a pleasant and unusual flavor, which is a bit like the smell of nuts and beans.

Chinese rice vermicelli can be of different types. Often it is distinguished in form.

• Dry flat. As a rule, such rice macaroni is taken to prepare a special Asian dish Pad Thai. They must be soaked in water for 10 minutes.
• Dry thin. This type is a thin round pasta. Vermicelli is sold in special flat rectangular boxes. This type of noodle is perfect for cooking various soups. Sometimes it is simply fried in a frying pan along with some sauce. Before use, such noodles must be soaked in boiling water for a few minutes.
• Dry round. It is similar to traditional pasta. The noodles have a white, slightly dull shade (sometimes almost transparent). She is quite fragile. Most often, it is fried and eaten as a side dish (recommended to be served with curry).
• Round fresh. This species is made from slightly fermented rice dough, so it has a specific smell. It is recommended to eat noodles cold and serve as a side dish with curry. It is with this ingredient that rice noodles blend perfectly.
• Wide fresh. Noodles in the form of ribbons and square pieces made from rice dough. It should be stewed together with meat, vegetable pieces. It is better to additionally water it all with gravy.

In finished form, the caloric content of rice flour noodles is 109 kcal. In dry form, the caloric level of this product is much higher, it is almost 364 kcal.

Consider KBMU rice flour vermicelli. The composition of noodles contains proteins (0.9 g), carbohydrates (23.9 g), fats (0.2 g per 100 g of product). Also, noodles contain a large amount of water (73 g per 100 g of product in finished form). At the same time, there is no cholesterol in it at all.

Noodles contain the following vitamins and useful elements necessary for human health:

• folic acid;
• a nicotinic acid;
• pantothenic acid;
• riboflavin;
• pyridoxine;
• thiamine;
• calcium;
• sodium;
• magnesium;
• potassium;
• phosphorus;
• copper;
• selenium;
• zinc;
• manganese;
• iron.

The nutritional value of rice noodles is quite high, because it is 75 percent starchy. The rest contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids, unsaturated fatty acids and a small amount of fiber.

Rice noodles can bring many benefits to the body.

• It is recommended to eat those people who do not tolerate gluten. In such products, gluten protein is completely absent.Many people have a severe allergic reaction because of it, so pasta with similar beneficial properties is an excellent option for them.
• Noodles made from rice dough is an excellent product for those who are trying to lose extra kilos. It is made on the basis of unrefined rice, which contains a large amount of special dietary fiber. Positive results are evidenced by the numerous reviews of people who consumed this product for dietary purposes.

• This product contains the minimum amount of salt. This is an excellent solution for those suffering from kidney or cardiovascular diseases.
• Such noodles also contain a minimal amount of fiber, thanks to which this product is easily absorbed by young children and elderly people.
• The sodium content in the product is also insignificant, which has a beneficial effect on the body. With an excess of this element, you can get a serious disease of the cardiovascular system.
• When breastfeeding products made from rice dough, even recommended for use. After all, such a product contains all the necessary elements and vitamins for the organisms of a young mother and baby.

• Such products can provide a good charge of energy to the human body. In addition, they have a positive effect on the nervous system and metabolic processes.
• Rice noodles can significantly improve the condition of the skin. It can strengthen the blood vessels, which reduces the risk of thrombosis. And all the trace elements and macronutrients that are contained in the product, ensure the normal functioning of all organs.
• This product has a considerable amount of essential amino acids. They provide cell renewal and stable functioning of the human brain. The rich composition of vitamins can significantly improve memory and slow down skin aging.

But similar rice products can bring and harm to the person. Remember that they should not be consumed too often. It is also not recommended to constantly cook such noodles with too fat meat, fish or culinary dressings.

Such dishes can have a negative effect on the digestive system, causing prolonged constipation. In addition, additional products often significantly increase the calorie level of a dish, as a result of which a person can quickly gain extra pounds.

Rice noodles are considered low-calorie foods, so they are perfect for a diet. But at the same time it should not add other, more fat and calorie supplements. Otherwise, the expected effect will not happen, and those extra pounds simply will not go away.

Today similar pasta You can cook for different recipes with their own hands.

• For starters, take round grain white rice.
• Pour it into the bowl of a blender or food processor and grind. At the same time take the usual flour (0.5 kilograms) and pour it into a separate bowl. Make a small hole on top. Carefully break into her three chicken eggs. Add to the mixture a little coarse salt.
• Knead the products in such a way that they make a smooth dough. Cover it with a paper towel and leave in this state for 30 minutes. After that, carefully put the mass on the table and sprinkle it with a little flour.
• Roll out the rice dough so that it is as thin as possible. Leave on for 20-30 minutes. Then cut it into long, narrow strips.
• All these pieces are left on the table for about 20-25 minutes so that they can dry completely.After that, they can already be cooked: fry in a skillet, simmer or just add to the soup for taste and aroma.

• Often rice noodles are served along with other foods. Remember that it goes well with radishes, fresh cucumbers and carrots. The finished dish will be fragrant and tasty.
• In order to spice up the dish, various spices and spices are often added to it. Perfectly suited for this and grated on a fine grater Parmesan.
• Remember that the cooking time of this product should not exceed that indicated on the package. Otherwise, it will turn out to be tasteless and too stewed. In addition, it can lose all its beneficial properties for the organism.

• Noodles made from rice dough must be stored in a room that is well ventilated, because such a product quickly absorbs all odors.
• In rooms with high levels of humidity, rice noodles should not be stored. After all, it has excellent hygroscopicity (ability to absorb moisture in itself).
• Remember that quality products should be almost transparent in color, long and whole, without damage. Thin threads must be easily detached from each other. If rice noodles begin to stick together among themselves, or it has a too dull shade, then it is not worth buying, because there were mistakes in its making. Such a product will not be tasty and will not bring much benefit to the human body.

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