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Mixed IndianEasy

Brown Rice

Prep Time

2 min

Cook Time

40 min

Total Time

42 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

0 of 3 ready

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse rice in cold water until water runs clear.

  2. 2

    Add rice, water, and salt to pot. Bring to full boil.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to lowest setting. Cover tightly.

  4. 4

    Cook 35-40 minutes without lifting lid.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat, let stand covered 10 minutes. Fluff with fork.

*Pro Tips

  • 1

    Do NOT lift lid during cooking — steam does the work

  • 2

    Soaking 30 min before cooking reduces time to 25 min

  • 3

    1:2.5 ratio works for most brown rice varieties

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

GI of 50 vs white rice 73. The bran layer provides fiber that slows glucose absorption. Always choose brown over white for diabetes management.

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