Nutritious White Kidney Bean Rice
White Kidney Bean Rice: A Delicious Way to Inhibit Carbohydrate Absorption
White kidney beans are gaining attention lately for their impressive health benefits. They are rich in a compound called phaseolamin, which effectively helps to block the absorption of carbohydrates in the body. This can also help inhibit sugar metabolism, making them beneficial for individuals managing diabetes. Additionally, white kidney beans are packed with 6 types of minerals, 9 types of vitamins, and plenty of fiber, which is great for preventing constipation. They are truly a key ingredient for managing blood sugar levels and for anyone looking to lose weight. Let’s learn how to make this wonderful white kidney bean rice!
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice
- 2 cups water
- 3 Tbsp white kidney beans (dried)
- 1 Tbsp black rice
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the white kidney beans, the star ingredient for our nutritious rice. Take 3 tablespoons of dried white kidney beans and soak them in clean water overnight. It’s quite interesting how they don’t swell up significantly even after soaking.
Step 2
Prepare 1 tablespoon of black rice to add extra nutrients and a pleasant texture.
Step 3
Wash 2 cups of rice and 1 tablespoon of black rice thoroughly. Then, let them soak in clean water for about 30 minutes. Soaking the rice will result in fluffier, more delicious cooked rice.
Step 4
Place the soaked rice and black rice, along with the soaked white kidney beans, into the inner pot of your rice cooker.
Step 5
Add 2 cups of water. It’s advisable to use slightly less water than you normally would for plain rice. This is because the white kidney beans release some moisture as they cook, and too much water can make the rice mushy. You can adjust the water level based on your usual rice-cooking habits.
Step 6
Press the ‘Cook’ or ‘Start’ button on your rice cooker. Once the cooking cycle is complete and the cooker switches to ‘Keep Warm,’ your delicious white kidney bean rice is ready!
Step 7
Your nutritious white kidney bean rice is now complete, filling your kitchen with a wonderful aroma! Enjoy it while it’s warm to savor the nutty flavor of the beans and the perfect texture of the rice.
