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Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.

 

"Rice is the best, the most nutritive and unquestionably the most widespread staple in the world."
-Auguste Escoffier, 19th century French chef

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This is a lovely savory rice that goes well with Asian inspired meals.


 

Sesame Rice

Servings: 2 | Serving size: 1/2 cup cooked rice

Cooking Time: 60 Minutes

This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.

The rice doesn't keep well.

2 1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup long grain brown rice
1 tsp unsalted butter
1 tsp dark sesame oil

In a medium sauce pan, heat the water and salt. When the water boils, stir in the brown rice.

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, for about 40 minutes.

Do not boil away all of the liquid and do not stir the rice.

When a very small amount of liquid remains, remove the pan from the burner add the butter and sesame oil. Stir only until the oil is blended and let the rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: about 1/2 cup cooked rice

Servings: 2

Amount Per Serving

Calories 218 Calories from Fat 55
% Daily Value
Total Fat 6g 10%
    Saturated Fat 1g 8%
    Monounsaturated Fat 0g
    Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 293mg 12%
Total Carbohydrates 36g 12%
    Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
    Sugars 0g
Protein 4g
Vitamin A 1% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 3% Iron 6%
Vitamin K 0 mcg Potassium 135 mg
Magnesium 73 mg